Indication
Constipation, Hepatic encephalopathy
Adult Dose
Oral Adult 2 teaspoonfuls (20g) once or twice daily with plenty of water
Contraindication
Patients with known hypersensitivity to any of the active substance. Gastro-intestinal obstruction. Galactosaemia.
Mode of Action
In the colon it is broken down to short chain organic acids and increases osmotic pressure in the colon, thereby causing an increase in the stool water content and stool volume.
Precaution
Lactose intolerance.
Side Effect
Abdominal distension, flatulance and abdominal cramp.





