Lactulose - Warnings and Precautions
The following warnings and precautions are taken directly from the US FDA-approved drug label for Lactulose. This is the same information dispensing pharmacists read.
WARNINGS A theoretical hazard may exist for patients being treated with lactulose solution who may be required to undergo electrocautery procedures during proctoscopy or colonoscopy.
Accumulation of H 2 gas in significant concentration in the presence of an electrical spark may result in an explosive reaction.
Although this complication has not been reported with lactulose, patients on lactulose therapy undergoing such procedures should have a thorough bowel cleansing with a non-fermentable solution.
Insufflation of CO 2 as an additional safeguard may be pursued but is considered to be a redundant measure.
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