Lactulose -Sqad are you there?

[smurfchops]

Is it OK to use Lactulose only when I am 'having problems' as it were, or should I use the whole bottle, two spoonfuls a day? I am OK sometimes, and don't want to use it when I don't feel I need to.

[ethandron]

ah ha, i see, thank you :)

[anneasquith]

oh. poor mr o............................i have seen patients who have required this procedure, not pleasant for either the patient or the staff,

[smurfchops]

Well I am sure you are all on the edge of your seats waiting to know the answer ... yes it is for constipation. I don't get it all the time but the odd morning ... ouch. I am on statins so that could be why. I will just take the Lactulose when it gets 'bad', thanks to all of you.

[honky-tonk]

Have you tried Fybogel, very good for constipation and will help to keep you regular.

[scotman]

I am with Honky-tonk. I am being treated for mild IBS and have been prescribed Fybogel(plus medication). Has your GP not suggested a stool bulking agent?

[smurfchops]

Yes I have Fybogel from the doctor. Sometimes though its not enough.