Duphalac Bulk Oral Solution Gluten Free Lemon is a type of sugar used to treat constipation. It is known as a laxative and makes your stool easier to pass by drawing water into your bowel. It is also used to treat hepatic encephalopathy (a liver disease causing confusion, tremor, decreased level of consciousness).

Duphalac Bulk Oral Solution Gluten Free Lemon loosens stools and treats constipation

Uses of Duphalac Oral Solution

Treatment of Constipation
Treatment of Hepatic encephalopathy

Benefits of Duphalac Oral Solution

In Treatment of Constipation

Duphalac Bulk Oral Solution Gluten Free Lemon is a laxative that treats constipation by drawing water into the bowels thereby making stools softer and easier to pass. This medicine takes a couple of days to work (up to 3 days). Take it as instructed even it appears not to be working. Talk to your doctor if you are still constipated after 3 days. Constipation is a common problem that can cause significant pain and discomfort. This medicine can relieve discomfort and improve your quality of life. To prevent constipation from happening it may help to eat more high-fiber foods including fruit and vegetables and drink plenty of water.

In Treatment of Hepatic encephalopathy

Hepatic encephalopathy is a severe liver disease that can cause changes in brain function leading to confusion, tremors (shaking), sleep problems, and loss of consciousness. Duphalac Bulk Oral Solution Gluten Free Lemon is thought to work by lowering the level of a substance called ammonia in the blood which has harmful effects on the brain. If taken as prescribed, it can improve your brain function and reduce symptoms associated with hepatic encephalopathy.

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Side effects of Duphalac Oral Solution

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Duphalac

Abdominal pain
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea

How to use Duphalac Oral Solution

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. Duphalac Bulk Oral Solution Gluten Free Lemon may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Duphalac Bulk Oral Solution Gluten Free Lemon does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Duphalac Bulk Oral Solution Gluten Free Lemon 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.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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

Driving

SAFE

Duphalac Bulk Oral Solution Gluten Free Lemon does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Duphalac Bulk Oral Solution Gluten Free Lemon is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Duphalac Bulk Oral Solution Gluten Free Lemon may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Duphalac Bulk Oral Solution Gluten Free Lemon is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Duphalac Bulk Oral Solution Gluten Free Lemon may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Duphalac Bulk Oral Solution Gluten Free Lemon is used in the treatment of constipation and hepatic encephalopathy.
It should preferably be taken at bedtime as it requires 6 to 8 hours to show effect.
It is usually taken once a day as needed for up to 2 weeks. Take it exactly as prescribed by the doctor.
Take it atleast 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

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Synthetic Disaccharide

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Osmotic laxatives/Purgative

Patient concerns

Do the Gutclear syrup n duphalac oral solution both are same or has same effect? Which is better?

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

both are same and effective u can take any onw u want

I have pain in my lower abdomen ma inly both the hypogstrium, difficulty starting the urine and bladder emptying, I also have constipation, and low grade fever I got my Kft, urine microscopy and culture&sensitivity all of which came back normal, i also went and got PSA(Total) for which the value was I am really concerned, I am a 4th year MBBS student and my exams are approaching and i cant concentrate.

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

for constipation take syrup DUphalac 10 ml in night

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