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			\| name = Lactulose
			\| brand = Enulose
			\| therapeutic = Laxative, ammonia-reducing agent
			\| pharmacologic = Osmotic laxative (nonabsorbable sugar)
			\| onset = Laxative onset 24 to 48 hours; faster in hepatic encephalopathy.
			\| halflife = Minimal absorption.
			\| routes = PO (oral), Rectal
			\| highalert = No
			\| blackbox = None
			\| antidote = Not applicable.
			\| pregnancy = Used when needed.
			}}

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''Nursing pharmacology study reference (NCLEX-style monograph). Numeric values are standard teaching ranges for study and '''must be verified against current manufacturer labeling before clinical use'''. This is educational content, not prescribing guidance.''
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'''Lactulose''' (brand name Enulose) — Laxative, ammonia-reducing agent; Osmotic laxative (nonabsorbable sugar).

== Identification ==
* '''Therapeutic class:''' Laxative, ammonia-reducing agent.
* '''Pharmacologic class:''' Osmotic laxative (nonabsorbable sugar).

== Pharmacology ==
* '''Mechanism of action:''' Draws water into the bowel and traps ammonia for elimination.
* '''Onset / peak / duration:''' Laxative onset 24 to 48 hours; faster in hepatic encephalopathy.
* '''Half-life / therapeutic level:''' Minimal absorption.

== Clinical use ==
* '''Indications:''' Constipation, hepatic encephalopathy.
* '''Usual dose, route, frequency:''' 15 to 30 mL PO daily for constipation; higher and titrated to stools for encephalopathy; rectal in acute cases.
* '''Maximum dose / adjustments:''' Titrate to 2 to 3 soft stools per day for encephalopathy.

== Safety ==
* '''Contraindications:''' Galactosemia, low-galactose diet.
* '''Black box warning:''' None.
* '''Interactions:''' Other laxatives, antibiotics (may reduce effect).
* '''Pregnancy / lactation:''' Used when needed.
* '''High-alert:''' No.

== Adverse effects ==
* '''Common side effects:''' Bloating, flatulence, cramping, sweet taste.
* '''Serious effects to report:''' Excessive diarrhea with dehydration and electrolyte loss.
* '''Antidote / reversal:''' Not applicable.

== Nursing process ==
* '''Assessment before administration:''' Bowel pattern, ammonia and mental status for encephalopathy.
* '''Interventions during therapy:''' Titrate to stool goal; can mix in juice for taste.
* '''Monitor:''' Stool frequency, ammonia, mental status, electrolytes.
* '''Evaluation / expected outcome:''' Regular stools or improved mental status.

== Patient teaching ==
* '''Patient teaching:''' For encephalopathy, the goal is several soft stools daily.
* '''Notify provider if:''' Severe diarrhea, worsening confusion.
* '''Administration tips:''' Mix in juice or water; titrate as directed.

[[Category:Laxatives, Antidiarrheals, and Other GI Agents]]

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