Lactulose

A synthetic disaccharide used in the treatment of constipation and hepatic encephalopathy. It has also been used in the diagnosis of gastrointestinal disorders. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p887)

Year introduced: 1991(1973)

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Tree Number(s): D09.698.629.305.423, D09.947.750.423

MeSH Unique ID: D007792

Registry Number: 4618-18-2

Entry Terms:

• Duphalac
• Normase
• Amivalex

Pharmacologic Action:

• Gastrointestinal Agents

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Carbohydrates
Polysaccharides
Oligosaccharides
Disaccharides
Lactulose

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Carbohydrates
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Disaccharides
Lactulose