Side effects of lactulose on pregnant women

Lactulose itself is a disaccharide laxative that can promote digestion and has a laxative effect. It is generally only suitable for breastfeeding women, infants or the elderly. It cannot be used by normal adults because its medicinal ingredients are relatively small and cannot be fully exerted. However, pregnant women themselves have special humanities, so what are the side effects of lactulose on pregnant women?

1. Causes diabetes

Lactulose is used to treat hyperammonemia and/or symptoms caused by elevated blood ammonia, so it can achieve the effect of treating chronic functional constipation. Lactulose is a puree and oil, but diabetics must take it with caution, otherwise it will immediately cause serious side effects.

2. Cause severe diarrhea

If it is just taken normally, there will be no effect. Excessive intake of lactulose will cause diarrhea, and may even cause water and salt metabolism disorders, and may even cause hepatic encephalopathy.

3. Aggravation of uremia

In fact, there are many side effects. If a pregnant woman suffers from uremia, it will aggravate the condition of the patient. If used for a long time, it will cause dependence on the therapeutic drugs, and long-term use will reduce the body's metabolic capacity.

4. Constipation is more serious

Although lactulose has little side effects, it may still occur after taking it. According to statistics, some patients will experience slight diarrhea or water-salt metabolism disorders after taking the medicine. Therefore, it must be used properly according to the instructions during use, otherwise it may cause adverse reactions. Of course, constipation is not just a simple reason. It is often related to improper diet or long-term drinking.