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Conloss 10gm Syrup Substitute

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Composition:

LACTULOSE-10GM

Uses:

<p>Conloss 10gm Syrup is used in the treatment of constipation, hepatic encephalopathy. The detailed uses of Conloss 10gm Syrup are as follows:<br/></p><ul><li>Constipation Relief: Conloss 10gm Syrup is widely used to manage chronic constipation. It increases stool water content, making bowel movements easier and more regular.<br/></li><li>Hepatic Encephalopathy Management: Conloss 10gm Syrup helps lower ammonia levels in the blood, improving brain function in patients with liver disease and aiding in the treatment of hepatic encephalopathy.<br/></li><li>Bowel Preparation: Conloss 10gm Syrup may be prescribed to clean the bowel before medical procedures or examinations, ensuring optimal preparation for surgeries or diagnostic tests.<br/></li><li>Softening Hard Stools: Conloss 10gm Syrup effectively softens stools, providing relief from discomfort during bowel movements. It is especially beneficial for the elderly or individuals dealing with anal fissures.<br/></li><li>Support During Pregnancy: Under medical supervision, Conloss 10gm Syrup can safely alleviate constipation experienced by pregnant women due to hormonal changes, promoting comfort during pregnancy.<br/></li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Conloss 10gm Syrup belongs to a group of medicines known as laxatives used to treat constipation.
  • It works by drawing water into the bowel and makes the stool softer and easier to pass, thereby providing relief from constipation.
  • Conloss 10gm Syrup helps in normalizing bowel movements. Conloss 10gm Syrup also helps in the growth of good gut bacteria which help in proper digestion. 

FAQs

Conloss 10gm Syrup is used for the treatment of constipation and hepatic encephalopathy.

Conloss 10gm Syrup works by drawing water into the bowel and makes the stool softer and easier to pass, thereby providing relief from constipation.

Conloss 10gm Syrup is used to treat hepatic encephalopathy in adults. Hepatic encephalopathy is a liver disease in which the liver does not remove the toxins from the body, which leads to loss of brain function.

Diarrhea might occur if Conloss 10gm Syrup is taken in larger doses. Drink lots of fluids if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Do not take Conloss 10gm Syrup for longer durations unless prescribed by the doctor. Taking Conloss 10gm Syrup for longer durations might cause dehydration, an imbalance of electrolytes in the body which can affect the tightness of muscles in the intestine. If your bowel movement is irregular even after taking Conloss 10gm Syrup for a week, consult your doctor.

Conloss 10gm Syrup contains lactulose, a synthetic sugar. In normal doses, it might not affect your blood glucose levels. However, consult your doctor before taking Conloss 10gm Syrup if you are diabetic.

Conloss 10gm Syrup starts working within 1-2 days. Consult the doctor if constipation does not improve even after 4-5 days of taking Conloss 10gm Syrup.

Yes, Conloss 10gm Syrup is an osmotic laxative that softens the stools and treats constipation.

Side effects of Conloss 10gm Syrup include diarrhoea, flatulence (wind), abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

You are advised to take Conloss 10gm Syrup for the duration prescribed by the doctor. Do not exceed the recommended duration.

Conloss 10gm Syrup should not be given to people who are allergic to any of its contents, have galactosaemia (galactose indigestion disorder), galactose or fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption, Lapp lactase deficiency, intestinal blockage, or digestive perforation.

Other laxatives can be taken along with Conloss 10gm Syrup only if prescribed by the doctor as there could be an increased risk of side effects.

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose of Conloss 10gm Syrup as it may cause diarrhoea, abdominal cramps and dehydration. Drink enough fluids and consult the doctor if you experience these symptoms.