Lactulose is not absorbed. It draws water into the bowel and is fermented by gut bacteria into acids that soften stool and stimulate movement. Those same acids trap ammonia in liver disease.
Most side effects are mild and settle as your body adjusts. Tell your doctor if any of them persist or trouble you.
18 brands with the same salt and strength — same form first, then cheapest. Pack size and form can still differ, and the same salt does not suit every patient. Please confirm with our pharmacist before switching.