Lactulose: Kristalose (laxative) - a podcast by Jon Haws RN: Critical Care Nurse & NCLEX Educator

Generic Name lactulose Trade Name Kristalose Indication Constipation, portal-systemic encephalopathy Action draws water into the stool and softens stool, inhibits ammonia passing into the colon Therapeutic Class laxative Pharmacologic Class osmotic Nursing Considerations use caution with DM may cause cramps, abdominal distention, hyperglycemia assess mental status, ammonia levels, abdominal distention patient should average 2-3 bowel […]

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