Duphalac Syrup Fl 200 ml

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What is Duphalac and when is it used?

The active ingredient in Duphalac is lactulose, a sugar that does not occur naturally.

Since your body cannot digest or absorb Duphalac, it remains in the intestine and reaches the large intestine unchanged. There it causes an increase in acidity due to the conversion by the intestinal flora. This stimulates the colon. A larger amount of water is also retained in the large intestine, which allows for softening of the stool and easier elimination. In addition, the transfer of certain toxic substances from the intestinal contents into the blood circulation is prevented and they are excreted with the stool.

Duphalac is taken for constipation, i.e. if you have problems emptying your stool. These difficulties can come in two forms: either no voiding at all, or then small and hard stools. Duphalac helps improve bowel movements. We also recommend that you adjust your daily habits as well. Below is some practical advice that may help you.

Lactulose, as a prebiotic substance, can enhance the growth of health-promoting bacteria (such as Bifidobacteria and Lactobacillus) while suppressing potential disease-causing bacteria (such as Clostridium and Escherichia coli).

This can result in a more favorable balance in the gut flora.

The doctor can also use Duphalac to treat other diseases ( especially for liver disease).

What needs to be considered?

The following advice can help you break the bad habits that are a common cause of constipation:

1. Regular physical activity.
2. Drink enough water, at least 1.5 liters a day.
3. Never skip a meal or start a diet until your bowels are working properly again.
4. Get started for the day a good breakfast: wholemeal bread, fruit, coffee (not strong tea), yogurt.
5. Don't suppress a bowel movement if you feel it.
6. Never take a laxative for a long time without asking your doctor.
7. Preferably eat unpeeled fruit, raw vegetables, nuts, figs, dried plums, wholemeal bread, rye bread, whey, yogurt.
8. Eat calmly and chew every bite carefully.
9. Avoid toast, white bread, rusks, strong tea, bananas, white rice, hard-boiled eggs.

For diabetics

15 ml of Duphalac syrup contain a maximum of 2.8 g absorbable carbohydrates.

In normal doses, Duphalac can also be taken by diabetics.

When can Duphalac not be used?

If you are hypersensitive to the active ingredient or any of the ingredients.

People who have been prescribed a galactose or lactose-free diet by their doctor should not take Duphalac.

If there is an intestinal obstruction other than simple constipation, or if there is a tear or risk of a tear in the digestive tract, Duphalac must not be used. If in doubt, ask your doctor.

When should you be careful while taking Duphalac?

If after a few days you notice that your stools are too watery, it is enough to reduce the recommended doses.

As a precautionary measure, you should consult your doctor before using any laxative in children under 6 years of age. The use of laxative in children should only be carried out exceptionally and under medical monitoring.

Patients with the rare hereditary galactosis intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, fructose intolerance or glucose galactose malabsorption should not take. lead to the water and electrolyte equilibrium.

Search your doctor or yoursConsult your doctor before starting treatment if you have painful abdominal pain of undetermined cause, so that this can be clarified.

Inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist, or your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you

• notice after several days that the effectiveness of the drug is insufficient; it may be necessary to adjust the dose.
• suffer from lactose intolerance
• suffer from other diseases
• have allergies or
• take other medicines (including those you bought yourself!) or use them externally!

Can Duphalac be taken during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

If used as directed, it can be taken during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

As a precaution If possible, you should avoid taking medicines during pregnancy and breastfeeding or ask your doctor, pharmacist or druggist for advice.

How do you use Duphalac?

The dosage of Duphalac depends on your age, the severity of the constipation and how long the constipation has lasted.

Duphalac can be taken undiluted or diluted in a warm or cold drink.

A single dose should be swallowed immediately and not remain in the mouth for a long time.

In the case of a single daily dose, these should be taken at the same time, e.g. during breakfast.

Constipation

Duphalac can be taken as a single daily dose or in two divided doses.

The initial dose can be individually adjusted after an adequate treatment result has been achieved. It may take some time (2-3 days) for the treatment to take effect. If the effect is too strong (stools too liquid or too large), the daily dose must be reduced or, on the contrary, increased if the effect is too weak.

The table below clearly indicates the doses of Duphalac to be taken:

The dose can be measured exactly using the enclosed dosing cup (2.5 to 30 ml).

Keep to the dosage given in the package insert or prescribed by the doctor. If you think that the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Duphalac have?

The following side effects can occur when taking Duphalac:

Especially at the beginning of treatment, temporary flatulence may occur, which you should not worry about. They are a sign of the effectiveness of Duphalac.

During treatment, digestive disorders such as abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, as well as, in the case of too high doses, diarrhea and disturbances in the water and electrolyte balance.

If you notice any side effects that are not described here, you should inform your doctor, pharmacist or pharmacist.

What else should you watch out for?

The Medicines may only be used by the date marked «EXP» on the container.

Store at room temperature (15-25 °C); Do not freeze syrup and protect from sunlight.

Keep medicines out of the reach of children!

Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information. These people have the detailed technical information.

Whatdoes Duphalac contain?

Active ingredient

15 ml Duphalac syrup contain 10.01 g lactulose

Excipients

None; however, sulphites and other sugars such as lactose, galactose and fructose may be present.

Authorization number

32894 (Swissmedic).

Where can you get Duphalac? Which packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores, without a doctor's prescription:

Duphalac, syrup in bottles: 200 ml, 500 ml and bundle pack 12 × 500 ml

Authorization holder

Mylan Pharma GmbH, 6312 Steinhausen

This leaflet was last revised in June 2018 checked by the drug authority (Swissmedic).