Syrup "Laktuvit": instruction for children

With problems of the intestine, almost all people, regardless of age, are facing. To get rid of constipation and adjust the digestive tract will help laxatives based on lactulose. A safe remedy is Lactuvite - the instructions for use indicate that the drug has a mild effect and does not cause side effects. Let us consider in more detail the peculiarities of the composition, the mechanism of action, and reviews of the preparation.

general description

Intestinal microflora is responsible for the health of the entire human body and inhibits the development of pathogenic microorganisms. If there are abnormalities in the digestive system, difficulties often arise with the emptying of the intestines, which disrupts the habitual rhythm of life. "Laktuvit" will help you cope with the unpleasant phenomenon. Instructions, contraindications and recommendations regarding the use of this drug will be considered below.

The agent in the form of syrup is produced by the Ukrainian pharmaceutical company "Yuri-Farm". The drug is packaged in 100 ml bottles and plastic nebulas (2 ml of syrup in each).

The laxative effect is provided by synthetic disaccharide - lactulose. This is a unique carbohydrate, which is present in breast milk. Synthetic substance is a bifidus factor that stimulates the growth of bifidobacteria, which allows not only to eliminate constipation, but also affect their etiology - dysbiosis.

Composition

In 5 ml of syrup contains 3,335 g of the active ingredient - lactulose. The medicine has a viscous consistency, a light yellow hue and a pleasant sweetish taste. The quality of auxiliary components in the "Laktuvit" is only purified water.

How does Laktuvit work?

Instructions for use refer this medicine to the category of osmotic laxatives. The mechanism of action of the syrup based on lactulose is as close as possible to dietary fiber, and is therefore used as an ideal medium for the propagation of beneficial bifido- and lactobacilli.

The syrup passes through the small intestine in an unchanged form. The medicine begins to work only in the large intestine, where it is split into lactic, acetic, propionic and butyric acid under the influence of bifidobacteria.

The active substance improves and stimulates peristalsis, softens the contents of the lower parts of the large intestine. Under the influence of lactulose, the acidity and formation of nitrogen-containing toxins decrease. Enhanced growth of useful microflora helps suppress the vital activity of pathogenic microorganisms. In the gastrointestinal tract, there is no absorption of components of the drug Lactuvit.

Instructions for use, expert reviews indicate that the laxative can be used to treat almost all patients suffering from constipation. The effect of the drug should be expected about a day later. When the dosage is observed, the product is taken out in the processed form together with the feces.

Indication for appointment

The main task of the syrup is to relax and normalize the work of the thick intestine. The essential advantage of this medicine is the lack of addiction, which allows using it for a long time.

But the appointment of "Laktuvit" can only specialist, after finding out the reasons that led to the development of difficulties with bowel movement. The manufacturer recommends using syrup in the following cases:

• Chronic constipation;
• liver failure;
• cirrhosis of the liver;
• Intestinal dysbiosis;
• Hypercholesterolemia;
• Hepatitis;
• Salmonellosis;
• Hepatic encephalopathy;
• Intoxication of an organism of various etiology.

The laxative "Lactuvite" instruction allows you to use it in the postoperative period to facilitate the act of defecation. A syrup is often prescribed to patients before a medical examination.

Pediatric Use

Parents of babies often face the problem of stool delay. This can be determined by the way the child tuzhitsya, becomes restless and groans when trying to defecate. By the way, constipation in toddlers is considered lack of stool for 2 days. However, it should be borne in mind that if the baby has a normal appetite, he is not bothered by the tummy and, despite not frequent stools, the consistency of the stool is normal - do not worry about the delay of defecation.

With functional constipation, the infant is allowed to use lactulose-based medicines, such as Lactuvit syrup. Instructions for use (for children the drug is absolutely safe) recommends giving the drug to babies from the first months of life. Osmotic laxative effectively eliminates stool retention and normalizes the condition of microflora.

Dosage

The initial dose for adult patients is 20 ml of syrup per day. In severe cases, you need to take at least 30 ml of medication. After the normalization of the intestine, the syrup is taken at 10 ml as a maintenance dose. "Lactuvite" should be drunk once a day before meals and washed down with plenty of water (at least 200 ml).

To infants, the syrup is prescribed 2.5 ml each. Multiplicity of application - 1-2 times a day. Children from 1 to 6 years of age, the dosage is increased to 2.5-5 ml, and from 6 to 12 years - to 5-7.5 ml of the drug twice a day. Under this scheme, the laxative is taken within 7-10 days. If necessary, the doctor can extend therapy with Lactuvit. Instruction for use recommends that you cancel the syrup gradually, reducing the dose within a week.

Patients with hepatic encephalopathy or coma are prescribed a large dose of laxative "Lactuvite." At a time, you need to take 30-50 ml of syrup. Up to 190 ml of the drug is allowed per day.

Contraindications, side effects

"Lactuvite" (syrup) instruction prohibits the appointment of persons who are hypersensitive to lactulose, intestinal obstruction, rectal bleeding, dehydration of the body. With acute pain in the abdomen of unknown genesis, vomiting and nausea, the drug is also not used.

Exceeding the recommended dosages by the instructions or specialist may lead to the development of side effects. Most often this manifests itself in the form of diarrhea. Normalize the condition with a decrease in the dose of syrup or its complete cancellation.

In the first days of treatment, the remedy in patients sometimes develop symptoms of transient meteorism, which pass on their own. May disturb such unpleasant things as bloating, colic and spasms. Rarely allergic reactions occur in the form of rashes on the skin, hives.

Reviews

Lactulose-based medicine has received many positive recommendations. Advantage of syrup "Laktuvit" is its safety and high efficiency. It is often used in pediatric practice in the fight against functional constipation, even in infants. Remedy to carry the kids well.

If there is no result, replace "Lactuvite". Instructions for use do not permit the taking of several laxatives at the same time.

Based on lactulose produce such drugs as "Dufalac", "Normase", "Normolakt." But in addition to treatment with laxatives, it is necessary to consume a large amount of liquid, normalize the diet, eliminating harmful products from it. To determine the exact etiology of constipation, it is better to consult a specialist.