Laxative "Dufalac", analogues of the active substance, side effects

The drug "Dufalac" is a laxative, in which the active ingredient is lactulose.

Laxative actively stimulates intestinal peristalsis, has a hyperosmotic effect, removes ammonium salts. This means that, in addition to the main purpose, the drug establishes the work of the digestive tract, and does not help one-time.

The drug "Dufalac": analogues

There are several analogues of the drug from other manufacturers:

• Lactulose Syrup. Produced in a glass bottle 150 ml.
• Syrup "Normate".
• Goodluck syrup.
• Syrup "Portalalak".
• Syrup "Romfalak".

All these preparations are made on the basis of lactulose. The differences are only in the concentration of this component. Thus, you can choose instead of the "Dufalac" means the analogs listed above, while the efficiency will be the same.

Indications for use

The syrup "Dufalac" is prescribed when constipation, dysbacteriosis, enteritis, the appearance of putrefactive dyspepsia syndrome, violation of the physiological rhythm of colonic devastation occur. The remedy can also be taken if surgery is performed.

Laxative remedy

Next, consider how to give "Dufalac". Application is possible in both diluted and undiluted form. The daily dose can be taken one or more times, for which a measuring cup is used. If you decide to drink the drug in one go, then choose one time, for example, before breakfast.

The dosage of the drug is determined by age. For adults, the initial volume is 15-45 ml, and the supporting volume is 10-25 ml. The effect can occur in a day, as this tool is not instantaneous. In the event that no changes have taken place within two days, the dosage or frequency of administration is revised.

We indicated how the drug "Dufalac" was taken. Analogues are prescribed in a different dosage, since the concentration of the basic substance in them is different.

Features of using the product for children

Due to its composition, the drug is recommended for children, including infants. But in this case, a doctor's consultation is required, as self-medication can be dangerous. Also in the first days of taking a laxative, many infants have a side effect such as increased gas production and colic. If the baby initially has this problem, then it is better not to use this remedy. The drug "Dufalac" is effective after a few hours, but this does not always happen. As mentioned above, the effect is achieved within two days.

Dosage of the drug for children

Regardless of what you decide to take - the drug "Dufalac", the analogs listed above - the dosage for children is prescribed by a doctor. For infants, the initial dosage can be 0.5 ml, gradually brought to 2.5 ml. Children from 1 to 5 years old take 5 ml 1 or 2 times a day. Children from 5 to 10 years are allowed to take a laxative "Dufalac" 10 ml twice a day.

In conclusion, we note the fact that self-medication is not worth it. Of course, initially unpleasant symptoms need to be eliminated, but if the problem lies in improper nutrition, then it is desirable to correct this defect. Gradually, the work of the gastrointestinal tract will improve, and the need for medication will disappear.