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Expert advice for Safex Liquid
Avoid taking a Safex 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 Safex, fiber rich diet containing whole grain bread and cereals, bran, fruits and green leafy vegetables, is essential to maintain healthy bowel function. A Safex 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 Safex contains sugars. Take Safex after 2 hours from other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Q. How long can I take Safex?
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 Safex contain lactose?
Safex contains lactose, galactose, and small amounts of fructose. Do not take Safex if you have intolerance to these sugars.