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It is a drug that is frequently prescribed to alleviate constipation. It has lactulose, an osmotic laxative kind that aids in promoting bowel movements and softening stools.
It can be used safely by the patients suffering from the liver disease; no dose adjustmnet is required.
It can be used safely by the patients suffering from the kidney disease; no dose adjustmnet is required.
There is no harmful effects of consuming alcohol while taking this solution.
This solution does not seem to impair the ability to drive.
It is generally considered to be safe to use during pregnancy; no harmful effects has been evident for mother and foetus.
It is generally considered to be safe to use by breastfeeding women; no significant risk has been marked to the baby.
Lactulose additionally facilitates an increase in the daily frequency of bowel motions. Stools become softer as a result of the breakdown of cellulose in the colon into compounds that draw water from the body into the colon.
Constipation is a condition characterized by infrequent bowel movements, typically fewer than three per week, difficulty passing stool, or a feeling of incomplete evacuation. It often results in hard, dry stools and can be accompanied by discomfort or bloating. Factors contributing to constipation include a low-fiber diet, inadequate fluid intake, lack of physical activity, certain medications, and underlying health conditions.
Smooz is used to treat constipation which is presented as infrequent bowel movements, hard and dry stools. It is also used in patients with hepatic encephalopathy which is a serious liver problem causing confusion, tremors and decreased level of consciousness.
Yes, Smooz is a laxative which softens the stools by pulling in water from the body to the large intestine. It is also used to reduce the amount of ammonia in the blood of patients with liver disease.
It takes about 2-3 days to see the benefits of the treatment. Talk to your doctor if you feel constipated even after 3 days of taking Smooz.
You should take the prescribed amount in the measuring cup or spoon that is provided with the medicine. You can take it with water or fruit juice if you find it very sweet. Drink plenty of water for better results. Swallow it as soon as you keep it in mouth to prevent tooth decay which can occur if you take it for a longer time.
Smooz should not be given to patients who are allergic to it or are intolerant to lactose (cannot process lactose). It should also be avoided in patients having galactosemia, a rare health problem where the body cannot process galactose.
You should take Smooz for as long as advised by your doctor. You may also take it for as long as constipation lasts, which may be up to a week. For hepatic encephalopathy, the treatment may be longer, even several months.
Smooz very commonly causes diarrhea, flatulence, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. Diarrhea and abdominal pain occur due to a high dose. In such cases, the dose should be reduced. Flatulence may occur during the first few days of treatment and may disappear after sometime. This medicine may also cause electrolyte imbalance. However, this is an uncommon side effect.
Taking more than the recommended dose of Smooz may cause abdominal pain, electrolyte imbalance and diarrhea, which may last for a couple of days.
Usually, one laxative is sufficient to relieve constipation. In case you need more, your doctor may advise you to take one more laxative along with Smooz. The risk of side effects is more with two laxatives.
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