Lilac 3.35 gm / 5 ml syrup 120 ml

Introduction

Expert Advice

Take this medicine with meals or with juice, water or milk.

Do not take other laxatives during therapy. 

Do not use this medicine if you're experiencing abdominal pain, vomiting or nausea.

Increase fluid or fiber intake.

Primary Uses

Indications

This medicine is used to treat constipation, and hepatic encephalopathy (reduced brain function in liver disorder patients)

Side Effects

Patients taking this medicine may experience flatulence (gas), and meteorism (gas and bloating)

Contraindications

This medicine should not be taken in patients who have galactosemia (rare genetic disease), and intestinal obstruction (blocked bowel/intestine).

FAQS

What are its uses?

This medication is used for treating constipation and hepatic encephalopathy (temporary worsening of brain function in people with advanced liver disease).

How to store this medicine?

Please store the tablet form of this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius). Keep medicine away from children, and excessive light and moisture. Do not freeze this medicine as it may become hard to mix with water.

What are its effects on pregnancy and lactation?

The effects of this medicine are unknown; therefore, caution is advised. Consult your health care provider before use of this medicine.

What are its side effects?

You may experience flatulence, nausea, and abdominal pain.

What are its precautions?

Lactose intolerance and Roemheld Syndrome (excessive gas accumulation in the gastrointestinal tract).

How to take this medicine?

This medicine is mostly used orally (through mouth), and taken with or without meals. The dose is dependent on the age, condition and its severity. Consult your doctor before use.

What are its contraindications?

Galactosaemia, intestinal obstruction, disorders associated with the gastrointestinal tract, and undiagnosed abdominal pain.