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Re: Does mineral oil affect absorption of meds? » Deneb

Posted by ed_uk2010 on August 23, 2010, at 17:31:39

In reply to Re: Does mineral oil affect absorption of meds? » ed_uk2010, posted by Deneb on August 23, 2010, at 16:18:40

>Why isn't mineral oil good for long term use?

After long term use, small amounts may be absorbed and this could be harmful. It's OK to use it for a few weeks though.

>How do I get lactulose? Is it by prescription? I may be lactose intolerant, will taking lactulose be like taking lactose?

Lactulose is OTC here, I expect it is in Canada too. I think you're in Canada?

Lactulose syrup does contain a small amount of lactose as well. Because of this, you might be better off with a polyethylene glycol (macrogol) based laxative instead. One of the Canadian brand names is Restoralax. It even has a website...

http://www.restoralax.ca/ENG/index.html

Macrogol-based laxatives are often used on a long-term basis (if they are clearly necessary). They cause less bloating and wind than lactulose, but they do cause bloating more often than mineral oil. Even so, I think you should try it.

 

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