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A member asked:

Does lactulose also help in reducing water retention in body , if yes then how much water is excreted ?

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Dr. Sergio Schabelman answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Not really: lactulose does not get absorbed and does not pull water from tissues into the gut. Water retention is better dealt with sodium (salt) restriction and diuretics.

Dr Werner agreed

Answered 5/8/2014

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