Information

The Actilax Lactulose Sotion is a lactulose solution for the effective treatment of chronic constipation.

The benefits of this solution are:

• Since Actilax solution relieves constipation by producing a physiological change in the colon, it may take from 24 to 48 hours before normal defecation occurs.
• Mixed with fruit juice, water or milk.

Patients taking Actilax for constipation should drink plenty of fluids and ensure there is a sufficient fibre in their diet.

Ingredients

Each 5mL contains: 3.3g Lactulose and no more than:

0.50g Galactose
0.33g Lactose
0.50g Epilactose & others

How to Use

Adults: Usual initial dose is 15-30ml daily. After 2days dose may be reduced to 10-25ml daily for maintenance. 
Children: Usual Daily Dose: 7-14 years 15ml 10ml; 1-6 years 10ml 5-10ml
Infants: Under 1 year 5ml 3-5ml

Warnings

Actilax should not be administered to infants under 6 months of age, unless advised by your doctor. May be taken mixed with fruit juice, water or milk. In general, patients taking actilax for constipation should drink plenty of fluids and ensure that there is adequate fibre in their diet. It is recommended that if Actilax is given to infants and children for periods greater than 1 month, this should be done under medical supervision. Prolonged use of laxatives is undesirable. Keep out of reach of children.