Looz Syrup Orange is a type of sugar used to treat constipation. It is known as a laxative and makes your stool easier to pass by drawing water into your bowel. It is also used to treat hepatic encephalopathy (a liver disease causing confusion, tremor, decreased level of consciousness).

Looz Syrup Orange can be taken with or without food. You should take this medicine as advised by your doctor. Use this medicine regularly to get the maximum benefit and try to take it at the same time(s) each day. Your dose may go up or down depending on how well it is working. Do not take more than you are advised to and, if you miss a dose, do not take an extra one to make up for it. This medicine takes at least 48 hours to work. Talk to your doctor if you are still constipated after 3 days.

The most common side effects are nausea and vomiting. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days. Occasionally people develop serious side effects including severe diarrhea and electrolyte imbalance. Talk to your doctor straight away if you notice any of these.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have diabetes or if you are unable to digest milk sugar (lactose intolerant). If you use this medicine over a long period of time, your doctor may want you to have occasional blood tests to check the mineral levels (e.g. potassium and sodium). Do not take other laxative medicines while taking this medicine and check with your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
USES OF LOOZ SYRUP
Treatment of Constipation
Treatment of Hepatic encephalopathy
BENEFITS OF LOOZ SYRUP
In Treatment of Constipation
Looz Syrup Orange is a laxative that treats constipation by drawing water into the bowels thereby making stools softer and easier to pass. This medicine takes a couple of days to work (up to 3 days). Take it as instructed even it appears not to be working. Talk to your doctor if you are still constipated after 3 days. Constipation is a common problem that can cause significant pain and discomfort. This medicine can relieve discomfort and improve your quality of life. To prevent constipation from happening it may help to eat more high-fiber foods including fruit and vegetables and drink plenty of water.
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SIDE EFFECTS OF LOOZ SYRUP
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Looz
Abdominal pain
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
HOW TO USE LOOZ SYRUP
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Looz Syrup Orange may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
HOW LOOZ SYRUP WORKS
Looz Syrup Orange works by drawing water into the intestine through osmosis, which makes the stool soft and easier to pass.
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Looz Syrup Orange does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Looz Syrup Orange is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Looz Syrup Orange is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Looz Syrup Orange does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Looz Syrup Orange is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Looz Syrup Orange may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Looz Syrup Orange is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Looz Syrup Orange may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE LOOZ SYRUP?
If you miss a dose of Looz Syrup Orange, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.