Lactulose 10g/15ml Oral Solution Sachets - 10 Sachets
£3.50 ex. VAT · includes £0.70 (20.00% VAT)
Pharmacy-only (P) medicine — a short WHAM screening is required before purchase.
Product Overview
Lactulose 10g/15ml Oral Solution sachets consist of a laxative called lactulose, utilized for alleviating constipation symptoms.
Description
Lactulose 10g/15ml Oral Solution Sachets is a gentle osmotic laxative used to relieve constipation by softening stools and helping restore regular bowel movements.
Lactulose works by drawing water into the bowel, which softens stools and makes them easier to pass without stimulating the bowel. It is suitable for people who require a non-habit-forming laxative, including older adults and those who need a gentle option.
The ready-to-use sachets provide accurate dosing and convenience, making them ideal for short-term constipation relief or ongoing use when advised by a healthcare professional.
Key features:
- Gentle relief from constipation
- Softens stools without bowel stimulation
- Contains lactulose 10g per sachet
- Convenient single-dose sachets
- Suitable for adults and children when used as directed
How to Use
- Take the contents of one sachet by mouth.
- Can be taken neat or mixed with water or fruit juice.
Typical dosage (unless otherwise advised):
- Adults: 1–2 sachets daily, taken as a single dose or divided doses
- Children: Dose varies by age – follow leaflet instructions or seek advice
It may take 24–48 hours for lactulose to work.
Ensure adequate fluid intake during treatment.
- If constipation persists after several days, seek advice from a pharmacist or GP.
Ingredients
Active ingredient:
- Lactulose 10g per 15ml sachet
Also contains:
- Purified water
Lactulose oral solution contains sugars (including galactose and lactose).
For full ingredient information, please refer to the product packaging or patient information leaflet.
Delivery and Returns
- For oral use only.
- Do not use if you have galactosaemia, bowel obstruction, or severe abdominal pain of unknown cause.
- Consult a pharmacist or GP before use if you have diabetes, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are taking other medicines.
Possible side effects may include bloating, wind, stomach cramps or diarrhoea, especially at the start of treatment. These usually improve as the body adjusts or with dose reduction.
Important:
Stop use and seek medical advice if you experience severe abdominal pain, persistent diarrhoea, or if constipation is associated with unexplained weight loss, rectal bleeding or vomiting.