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How long does it take for lactulose to work?

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EdithWeston · 08/11/2011 23:36

one of the DCs is constipated, and filling up with fibre hasn't helped.

Next step, a depth charge with lactulose - but how long does it take to work? Ideally I'd want it all to start moving at home not school. Any advice on timing of dose?

Many thanks

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EdithWeston · 09/11/2011 12:36

Anyone?

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EdithWeston · 09/11/2011 15:00

Thanks!

I've had a google and found an old thread here, and advice on netdoctors (which I think is reliable) both of which say it can take up to 48 hours and is very gentle as it's a softener (not an expeller IYSWIM).

So I think I'll give it tonight, and if nothing has moved by the weekend I'll go to the pharmacist then, as advised above. Thanks!

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