Aug 18 2023 3 mins 14
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Generic Name
lactulose
Trade Name
Kristalose
Indication
Constipation, portal-systemic encephalopathy
Action
draws water into the stool and softens stool, inhibits ammonia passing into the colon
Therapeutic Class
laxative
Pharmacologic Class
osmotic
Nursing Considerations
• use caution with DM
• may cause cramps, abdominal distention, hyperglycemia
• assess mental status, ammonia levels, abdominal distention
• patient should average 2-3 bowel movements per day
