ENULOSE

Drug Name: ENULOSE

ENULOSE DESCRIPTION:
LACTULOSE - ORAL, RECTAL (LACK-tew-lohss)

COMMON ENULOSE BRAND NAME(S):
Catulac, Cephulac, Cholac, Enulose, Heptalac

ENULOSE SIDE EFFECTS:
ENULOSE may cause gas, belching or stomach cramps. If these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop: diarrhea, nausea, vomiting. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE ENULOSE:
ENULOSE: ENULOSE may be taken by mouth, or may be given rectally. To improve the taste, the oral dose may be mixed in a glass of fruit juice, water or milk. Take ENULOSE as prescribed.

ENULOSE USES:
ENULOSE is used to treat and prevent complications of liver disease.

OTHER USES OF ENULOSE:
ENULOSE may also be used for treating constipation (oral use).

ENULOSE PRECAUTIONS:
ENULOSE must be used cautiously in children and the elderly. If diarrhea results, notify your doctor. A dosage adjustment may be necessary. Do not take any laxative medications while taking ENULOSE as the additional laxative effect may increase risk of developing diarrhea which in turn may lead to dehydration. Symptoms of dehydration include muscle weakness, muscle cramps and dizziness. ENULOSE contains galactose and lactose. Be sure to tell your doctor if you have diabetes. ENULOSE must be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if ENULOSE appears in breast milk. Consult with your doctor before breast-feeding.

ENULOSE DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of: antibiotics (e.g., neomycin), antacids. Do not use laxatives while taking ENULOSE. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

ENULOSE OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include stomach cramps and diarrhea.

MISSED ENULOSE DOSE:
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.

ENULOSE STORAGE:
Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid freezing.