Aldoloose 10mg Syrup

Description

How should Aldoloose 10mg Syrup be taken?
You should take the prescribed amount in the measuring cup or spoon that is provided with the medicine. You can take it with water or fruit juice if you find it very sweet. Drink plenty of water for better results. Swallow it as soon as you keep it in mouth to prevent tooth decay which can occur if you take it for a longer time.

What are the side effects of taking Aldoloose 10mg Syrup?
Aldoloose 10mg Syrup very commonly causes diarrhea, flatulence, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. Diarrhea and abdominal pain occur due to a high dose. In such cases, the dose should be reduced. Flatulence may occur during the first few days of treatment and may disappear after sometime. This medicine may also cause electrolyte imbalance. However, this is an uncommon side effect.

Is it okay to take Aldoloose 10mg Syrup every day?
You should take Aldoloose 10mg Syrup for as long as advised by your doctor. You may also take it for as long as constipation lasts, which may be up to a week. For hepatic encephalopathy, the treatment may be longer, even several months.

Who should not be given Aldoloose 10mg Syrup?
Aldoloose 10mg Syrup should not be given to patients who are allergic to it or are intolerant to lactose (cannot process lactose). It should also be avoided in patients having galactosemia, a rare health problem where the body cannot process galactose.

Can I take other laxatives along with Aldoloose 10mg Syrup?
Usually, one laxative is sufficient to relieve constipation. In case you need more, your doctor may advise you to take one more laxative along with Aldoloose 10mg Syrup. The risk of side effects is more with two laxatives.

What if I take more than the recommended dose of Aldoloose 10mg Syrup?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Aldoloose 10mg Syrup may cause abdominal pain, electrolyte imbalance and diarrhea, which may last for a couple of days.