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Can lactulose taken chronically for constipation cause metabolic or electrolyte issues?

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Dr. M. Hytham Beck answered

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Yes it can: yes it can any medicine specially laxatives and specially lactic oar could have a serious side effect if it has been abused. Discuss with your doctor alternative and s solution and a treatment for your constipation

Dr Amico Jr and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/30/2016

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Is there anyone who can't take Lactulose everyday for constipation? I have a Heart condition. Can it cause lactic acidosis?

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Hii Dr.. 6months pregnant with severe constipation & gastritis. Doctor suggested to take Lactihep syrup everyday at bed time 45ml. Is it fine to take this lactulose syrup daily in pregnancy? Will it not harm the baby or causes preterm delivery?

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I have IBS-M w/ diarrhea & constipation. Was prescribed Bentyl for the diarrhea but it causes constipation. Can I take either Lactulose, Miralax, Dulcolax, or Colace w/ the Bentyl to deal with the constipation it'll cause? Already takin Benefiber too?

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