Smulac Oral Solution

Short Description

Smulac Oral Solution is a type of sugar used to treat constipation and hepatic encephalopathy. It is a laxative that makes your stool easier to pass by drawing water into your bowel.

Dosage Form

Oral Solution

Introduction

Smulac Oral Solution can be taken with or without food. You should take this medicine as advised by your doctor. Use this medicine regularly to get the maximum benefit and try to take it at the same time(s) each day. Your dose may go up or down depending on how well it is working. Do not take more than you are advised to and if you miss a dose, do not take an extra one to make up for it. This medicine takes at least 48 hours to work. Talk to your doctor if you are still constipated after 3 days. The most common side effects are nausea and vomiting. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days. Occasionally people develop serious side effects including severe diarrhea and electrolyte imbalance. Talk to your doctor straight away if you notice any of these. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have diabetes or if you are unable to digest milk sugar (lactose intolerant). If you use this medicine over a long period of time, your doctor may want you to have occasional blood tests to check the mineral levels (e.g. potassium and sodium). Do not take other laxative medicines while taking this medicine and check with your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Smulac Oral Solution may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

Nausea and vomiting Severe diarrhea Electrolyte imbalance

Alcohol Warning

Consuming alcohol with Smulac Oral Solution does not cause any harmful side effects.

Breastfeeding Warning

Smulac Oral Solution is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Smulac Oral Solution is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Smulac Oral Solution works by drawing water into the intestine through osmosis which makes the stool soft and easier to pass.

Take it at bedtime as it requires 6 to 8 hours to show effect. Take it exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Take it at least 2 hours after taking other medicines as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines. Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach disorders such as appendicitis or a blockage in your bowel. Some healthy tips to prevent constipation from happening: Eat more fiber in your diet. Recommended daily intake is 20-35g, Drink 8-10 glasses of water per day, Exercise regularly at least 3 times per week, Do not hold in stool as that can worsen bowel issues