Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml belongs to the group of medicines called laxatives used to treat constipation. Additionally, Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml is also used to prevent hepatic encephalopathy (a decrease in brain function due to liver disease). Constipation refers to infrequent bowel movements in which the stools are often dry, painful, and hard to pass. Hepatic encephalopathy is a liver disease in which the liver does not remove toxins from the body, leading to loss of brain function.

Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml contains Lactitol, a disaccharide sugar that breaks down into low-molecular-weight organic acids in the colon, increasing the osmotic pressure. This causes an increase in water content and stool volume, thereby making the stool softer and more comfortable to pass and providing relief from constipation. In patients with hepatic encephalopathy, lactitol lowers the colon pH, thereby suppressing the absorption of unionized ammonia and other toxins. It also enhances nitrogen excretion through faeces.

You are advised to take Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as abdominal distension, cramps, and flatulence (gas). Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Drink plenty of fluids (at least 6-8 glasses) while taking Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml. Consult your doctor before taking Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Inform your doctor if there is no bowel movement or if you find rectal bleeding after taking Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml. Do not take Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml for more than a week as it might cause dependency on Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml for a bowel movement.

Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml belongs to the group of medicines called laxatives used to treat constipation. Additionally, Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml is also used to prevent hepatic encephalopathy (decrease in brain function due to liver disease). Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml contains Lactitol (laxative). Lactitol is a disaccharide sugar. It works by breaking down into low-molecular-weight organic acids in the colon, which increases the osmotic pressure. This causes an increase in water content in stools and stool volume, thereby making the stool softer and more comfortable to pass and providing relief from constipation. In patients with hepatic encephalopathy, lactitol lowers the colon pH, thereby suppressing the absorption of unionized ammonia and other toxins. It also enhances nitrogen excretion through faeces.

Do not take Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml if you are allergic to any of its contents. Consult your doctor before taking Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Do not take Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml in case of ileostomy or colostomy. Regularly monitor serum electrolytes, blood lactose, and blood glucose levels while taking Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml. Talk to your doctor if there is no bowel movement or if you find rectal bleeding after taking Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml. Do not take Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml if you have galactosemia (galactose indigestion disorder), intestinal obstruction, unexplained abdominal pain, or bleeding. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, or if you have to undergo a colonoscopy. Do not take Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml for more than a week as it may cause dependency on Cephulac Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml for a bowel movement.