Product introduction
Duphalac Enema Solution contains lactulose and is given rectally (as an enema) rather than taken by mouth. It is used to relieve constipation and to help manage hepatic encephalopathy, a condition in which the build-up of toxins such as ammonia from advanced liver disease affects brain function. Because it is a rectal enema, it is usually administered by a doctor or nurse rather than self-administered.
Storage: Store below 30°C
Uses of Duphalac Enema Solution
- Constipation
- Hepatic encephalopathy
Benefits of Duphalac Enema Solution
This enema softens hard, dry stool and makes it easier to pass, and it increases the frequency of bowel movements by drawing water into the bowel. In liver-related conditions such as hepatic encephalopathy, it helps clear ammonia and other toxins from the body, which can improve mental alertness. It provides quick, local action when constipation needs prompt relief.
Side effects of Duphalac Enema Solution
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Nausea
- Flatulence
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
How to use Duphalac Enema Solution
This medicine is given as a rectal enema by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-administer it. Use it in the dose and manner your healthcare provider advises.
How Duphalac Enema Solution works
Lactulose is an osmotic laxative. It draws water into the intestine, which softens the stool and makes it easier to pass. In hepatic encephalopathy, it also helps reduce the absorption of ammonia from the gut, lowering toxin levels in the blood.
Substitutes for Duphalac Enema Solution
No other medicine with the same composition is listed in our catalogue yet. Message us on WhatsApp and our pharmacist will help you find a suitable alternative.
Safety advice
Consult your doctor before use.
It is generally considered safe in pregnancy. Animal studies show no harmful effects, though human data are limited. Use as advised by your doctor.
It is considered safe while breastfeeding, as it does not pass into breast milk in significant amounts.
Consult your doctor before use.
It is probably safe in patients with kidney disease, and a dose change is usually not needed.
It is probably safe in patients with liver disease, and a dose change is usually not needed.
Quick tips
- This enema is meant to be given by a doctor or nurse; do not administer it yourself.
- Drinking enough fluids can help it work and reduce the risk of dehydration.
- Tell your healthcare provider if you have severe stomach pain, ongoing diarrhoea, or vomiting.
- It is used both for constipation relief and, in liver disease, to help clear toxins from the body.
Fact box
| Chemical class | O-glycosyl compounds |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | GASTRO INTESTINAL |
| Action class | Osmotic Laxatives/Purgatives |
Frequently asked questions
What is Duphalac Enema Solution used for?
It is a rectal enema used to relieve constipation and to help manage hepatic encephalopathy, where toxins from liver disease affect brain function.
Is this an oral syrup?
No. This is a rectal enema solution given through the back passage, not a syrup taken by mouth. It is usually administered by a doctor or nurse.
How does it relieve constipation?
It draws water into the bowel through osmosis, softening the stool and making it easier to pass while increasing bowel movements.
Can I use it myself at home?
It is intended to be given by a doctor or nurse. Do not self-administer it unless your healthcare provider has specifically instructed you on how to use it.
How does it help in liver disease?
In hepatic encephalopathy it helps reduce the absorption of ammonia and other toxins from the gut, which lowers their levels in the blood and can improve mental alertness.