Laxatract Syrup for Dogs & Cats 667mg/ml 50ml

Lactulose, the active ingredient in Laxatract Syrup 667mg/ml 50ml, is an osmotically acting laxative that aids in facilitating defecation. It is particularly useful for pets suffering from constipation due to various factors, such as intestinal atony after surgery, hairballs, or massive intestinal contents. It can also provide symptomatic treatment for conditions requiring easier bowel movements, including partial obstructions caused by tumours or fractures, rectal diverticulum, proctitis, and even certain types of poisoning.

How Lactulose Works for Your Pet

Lactulose is a synthetic disaccharide that is not absorbed in the small intestine. Once it reaches the colon, gut bacteria metabolise it into low molecular weight acids. These acids have two main actions:

• They increase the osmotic pressure in the bowel, drawing water into the colon and softening the stool, which helps to ease passage.
• They acidify the colonic contents, which further assists the natural process of defecation.

This dual action makes Laxatract Syrup an effective solution for promoting comfortable and regular bowel function in dogs and cats. Administering this veterinary medicine is straightforward, as it can be mixed with food or given directly into your pet's mouth. Weldricks Pharmacy is committed to providing accessible and trusted pet care solutions, ensuring your furry friends receive the best support.

• For oral administration.
• Your vet will give you instructions for specific dosage and frequency.
• Administration: Laxatract Syrup can be mixed with your pet's food or given directly into their mouth.

• Contraindications: Do not use Laxatract Syrup for Dogs & Cats 667mg/ml 50ml in animals with:
  • Total gastro-intestinal obstruction.
  • Digestive perforation or a risk of digestive perforation.
  • Known hypersensitivity to lactulose (the active substance) or to benzyl alcohol (the excipient).
• Special Precautions for Use in Animals:
  • Lactulose solution contains some free lactose and galactose, which may alter insulin requirements in diabetic patients. Use with caution in diabetic animals.
  • Use with caution in animals with pre-existing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, as lactulose may exacerbate these conditions if diarrhoea occurs.
• Special Precautions for the Person Administering the Product:
  • This veterinary medicinal product may cause flatulence and diarrhoea in humans if accidentally ingested.
  • Accidental ingestion should be avoided, especially by children. Keep the veterinary medicinal product out of reach of children and always replace the cap after use.
  • Laxatract Syrup contains benzyl alcohol (E1519), which may cause hypersensitivity (allergic) reactions in some individuals. If you have a known hypersensitivity to benzyl alcohol, avoid contact with the veterinary medicinal product.
  • Wash hands thoroughly after use.
  • In case of direct contact with skin or eyes, rinse immediately with clean water. If irritation persists, seek medical advice.
• Adverse Reactions:
  • Common: Flatulence, gastric distention, and cramping are common early in therapy but generally subside with continued use.
  • Overdose Symptoms: Diarrhoea and dehydration are signs of (relative) overdose. If these occur, a veterinarian should be consulted.
• Use During Pregnancy and Lactation: This product can be used during pregnancy and lactation in dogs and cats.
• Interactions: No known interactions with other medicinal products.

• Active substance:
  • Lactulose (as lactulose, liquid) 667.0 mg/ml
• Excipients:
  • Benzyl alcohol (E1519) 2.0 mg/ml