Duphalac Lemon Oral Solution

Composition of Duphalac Lemon Oral Solution

Duphalac Lemon Oral Solution contains Lactulose (3.335gm/5ml). It belongs to the Osmotic laxative (disaccharide) class of medicines.

Uses of Duphalac Lemon Oral Solution

Constipation; hepatic encephalopathy (to reduce blood ammonia levels)

Key benefits

• Relieves constipation gently
• Softens hard stool
• Helps regular bowel movements
• Reduces ammonia in hepatic encephalopathy
• Suitable for long-term use under medical supervision

How Duphalac Lemon Oral Solution works

Lactulose is an osmotic laxative that draws water into the colon, softening stool and promoting bowel movements. In hepatic encephalopathy, it acidifies colonic contents and traps ammonia as ammonium, reducing absorption.

How to take Duphalac Lemon Oral Solution

Take by mouth as directed, with or without food; measure dose using a cup/spoon. For constipation, effect may take 24-48 hours; drink adequate fluids. For hepatic encephalopathy, dose is adjusted to achieve 2-3 soft stools/day.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe loose motions, dehydration and salt imbalance. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Duphalac Lemon Oral Solution

Most side effects of Duphalac Lemon Oral are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Flatulence
• abdominal cramps
• bloating
• nausea
• diarrhea

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Duphalac Lemon Oral Solution

Warnings and precautions

Use cautiously in diabetes (contains sugars) and lactose intolerance/galactosemia. Overuse may cause diarrhea, dehydration, and electrolyte imbalance; consult doctor if severe abdominal pain or no improvement. In hepatic encephalopathy, monitor electrolytes with prolonged use.

Do not take Duphalac Lemon Oral if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for anyone with a suspected bowel obstruction, or with severe abdominal pain of unknown cause.

Interactions with other medicines

Antacids and antibiotics (may reduce effect), other laxatives (additive diarrhea/dehydration), drugs affected by low potassium (e.g., digoxin) if diarrhea occurs

How to store Duphalac Lemon Oral Solution

Store below 25°C, protect from heat and direct light. Do not freeze; keep bottle tightly closed.

Expert advice for Duphalac Lemon Oral Solution

Increase fibre, fluids and physical activity — these treat the cause rather than the episode. Do not ignore the urge to go; a regular routine helps.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

Abbott India Limited

Therapeutic class:

Laxative

Drug class:

Osmotic laxative (disaccharide)