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How Long Does Lactitol And Ispaghula Take To Treat Constipation?
how long lactitol and isphaghula can be used for relief of constipation.I am 73 years old.myweight is 72kgs.my height is 170cms.can i take this medicine continuously for years with out any adverse affects,for releif of constipation.16 years back i sustained neck injury with c4 c5 sublaxation&quadrperisis,but I recovered physically fit except littlt spasm of the lumbar and lower legs muscles.
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* Lactitol monohydrate is GI specific molecule coming under schedule II - V in US . Onset of action usually starts within 12 hours of the first dose . Long term self use is not recommended due to dependance & other issues .
* Ispaghula husk is a bulk forming natural remedy for constipation . Usually starts working after 3 - 4 doses consumption on regular basis Can be taken for long terms without adverse effects .
Wishing you fine recovery . Feel free to ask any further queries .
Regards .
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How Long Does Lactitol And Ispaghula Take To Treat Constipation?
Hello dear Warm welcome to Healthcaremagic.com I have evaluated your query in details . * Lactitol monohydrate is GI specific molecule coming under schedule II - V in US . Onset of action usually starts within 12 hours of the first dose . Long term self use is not recommended due to dependance & other issues . * Ispaghula husk is a bulk forming natural remedy for constipation . Usually starts working after 3 - 4 doses consumption on regular basis Can be taken for long terms without adverse effects . Wishing you fine recovery . Feel free to ask any further queries . Regards .