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Expert advice for Laxat Solution
Avoid taking a Laxat for more than 1 week, unless prescribed by the doctor, as it leads to dependency on the laxative action to produce a bowel movement.  Together with Laxat, fiber rich diet containing whole grain bread and cereals, bran, fruits and green leafy vegetables, is essential to maintain healthy bowel function. A Laxat should preferably be taken at bedtime because it requires 6 to 8 hours to show impact. Notify your doctor if you are on a low-sugar diet because the Laxat contains sugars. Take Laxat after 2 hours from other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.

Q. Is Laxat a stool softener, stimulant laxative?
Laxat is stool softener, Laxat is not a stimulant laxative it is a hyperosmotic laxative

Q. Can I take Laxat for constipation?
It can be taken for constipation

Q. Is Laxat safe for diabetics?
In diabetic patients Laxat may increase the blood sugar, make you feel confused, drowsy, or thirsty. Always consult your doctor before use

Q. Does Laxat increase blood sugar?
In diabetic patients Laxat may increase the blood sugar, make you feel confused, drowsy, or thirsty. Always consult your doctor before use

Q. Does Laxat contain sugar?
Laxat is a non-digestible sugar

Q. Is Laxat over the counter?
Laxat is available over the counter

Q. Is Laxat fattening (makes you fat), cause wind (gas), cause weight loss and bloating?
Laxat does not cause weight gain or weight loss. Laxat can cause bloating and wind (gas)

Q. Is Laxat gluten free?
Laxat is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use

Q. How long can I take Laxat?
Please consult your doctor for dose and duration required

Q. Can I take lactulose with antibiotics, omeprazole, Senokot, Fybogel, warfarin, iron tablets, senna, paracetamol, Gaviscon?
Lactulose may interact with antibiotics, omeprazole, and Gaviscon/calcium carbonate. Senokot/senna, Fybogel/ispaghula when taken with lactulose may result in diarrhea. No interactions have been observed when lactulose is taken with warfarin, iron tablets, and paracetamol

Q. Does Laxat contain lactose?
Laxat contains lactose, galactose, and small amounts of fructose. Do not take Laxat if you have intolerance to these sugars.