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A member asked:

Can i take lactulose syrup for constipation in pregnancy?

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Yes: This material remains in the digestive tract and will not enter your blood. Use during pregnancy is fine.

Dr Hegab and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 6/1/2021

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Dr. Charles Turck answered

Specializes in Pharmacology

Yes: Provided that you coordinate with your doctor and your doctor is okay with it, there is not presently any known risk associated with lactulose while taken during pregnancy.

Dr Hegab and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/14/2019

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