| AVOLAC
Lactulose
Composition:
100 g Avolac
contains 50 g Lactulose USP.
1 tea-spoon Avolac
(5 ml = 6.7 g) contains: Lactulose 3.35 g.
Properties and
Effectiveness:
Lactulose, which
is not broken down in the stomach and small intestine, begins
its action in the large intestine where it is broken down primarily
by intestinal bacteria. In this degradation process, lactic
acid is produced, this in turn supports the growth of intestinal
bacteria important for humans and hinders the growth of putrefactive
bacteria. Thus normalization of intestinal flora (eubiosis)
results. In addition, the increase in metabolic degradation
products in the blood which cannot be sufficiently detoxified
by the liver is reduced.
Lactulose improves
the transfer of calcium Salts and Phosphates from the intestines,
stimulates intestinal peristalsis and leads to a softening of
the stool. It also leads to healing and improvement in gum disease
through normalization of metabolic processes in the parodontal
region.
Even long-term
use of Avolac does not lead to habituation and thus there
is no loss of efficacy.
Indications:
1. Constipations
(chronic constipation):
In every case of
chronic constipation, initial treatment should consist of a
diet rich in fiber (vegetables, salads, fruits, supplements
of linseeds, wheat germ, etc.) a generous amount of liquids
and much physical exercise.
Avolac is
only to be taken when these measures prove insufficient.
2. Intestinal flora
disturbances: In
-
damage to intestinal flora, following therapy with broad
spectrum antibiotics
-
infants
-
gall bladder diseases
-
intestinal diseases (colitis, diverticulosis, megacolon)
3. Increased blood
ammonia levels
(hyperammoniemia
in hepatopathy, portal systemic encephalopathy, precoma, coma)
4. Diseases of
the gums and the parodontic apparatus
(paradontosis,
bleeding from the gums, inflammation, dystrophy)
Dosage &
Administration:
Dosage should be
followed accurately unless otherwise specified.
1. In constipation
(chronic constipation):
due to the fact
that every organism responds differently to Avolac, each
patient must determine his/her own optimal dose in the course
of time.
With Avolac
a prompt laxative effect may be achieved by drinking a mixture
of 3-9 tea-spoons in 1/8-1/4 liter water, coffee, tea, fruit
juice, or milk on an empty stomach after getting up in the morning.
Normally, defecation takes place approximately 2 hours later
in the form of a fluid pulpy mass (increased defecation reflex).
2. In damaged intestinal
flora (e.g. following long-term antibiotic treatment):
Adults: 1-2 tea-spoons
daily
Children: 1 tea-spoon
daily
3. For reduction
of blood ammonia level (in hepatopathy):
A maximum of 60-100
g Lactulose daily, that is, 18-30 tea-spoons
4. In precoma:
A maximum of 100 g Lactulose daily, that is 30 tea-spoons Avolac
spread over the course of the day.
5. Diseases of
the gums and the parodontic apparatus (paradontopathy).
Adults: 3-6 tea-spoons
Avolac daily.
Contraindications:
Hypersensitivity
to either galactose and or lactose, galactose-free diet. Gastro-cardial
symptom complex (heart problems stemming from the gastrointestinal
tract), suspected intestinal obstruction.
Pregnancy &
Lactation:
Studies show that
Lactulose has no adverse effects.
Decisions regarding
use during pregnancy and lactation must be made by a registered
physician.
Side-effects:
Occasionally flatulence
can occur at the beginning of treatment; this is rapidly eliminated
by reducing the dose and or taking the daily dose in several
smaller individual portions spread over the course of the day.
Overdosis can result in diarrhoea. In abuse: loss of electrolytes
(primarily Potassium).
Interactions:
The glycosidic
effect of cardiac glycosides can be intensified by potassium
deficiency in abuse.
Habit forming effects:
None known.
Special note
of warning concerning safe application:
Consult a doctor
in case of pregnancy or side effects. Avolac contains
a maximum of 11% galactose and a maximum of 2 % tagatose. This
is to be taken into account in patients requiring a galactose-free
diet. Diabetics may also be use Avolac taking bread units
into account (15 tea-spoons Avolac equal 1/4 bread unit,
diarrhoea may occur in case of overdosis in such a case, Avolac
use should be discontinued and care should be taken that the
has an adequate supply of water and mineral while undergoing
therapy with Avolac, foods that cause flatulence and
excessive intake of carbonated drinks should be avoided).
In treating dysbacteria
(disturbances in intestinal flora), a periodic course of treatment
with Avolac (6-8 weeks) is generally recommended. Only
after this period of time can be desired change in the intestinal
environment be achieved. If Avolac is taken with or after
meals, the laxative effect is reduced and the dose must be increased.
The stool regulating effects of Avolac may last for several
days in some patients. Thus Avolac need only be taken
every 2nd and 3rd in such cases. The action
of Avolac takes place without the aid of a special diet:
nevertheless, a diet rich in vitamins and fiber the action of
Avolac in obstinate constipation and parodontosis.
N.B.: if
any question arises, consult a qualified professional.
Packing:
100 & 200 ml. |
