Product introduction Osolac Oral Solution 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). Osolac Oral Solution 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 Osolac Oral Solution Constipation Intestine preparation before any surgery Treatment of Hepatic encephalopathy Benefits of Osolac Oral Solution In Treatment of Hepatic encephalopathy Hepatic encephalopathy is a severe liver disease that can cause changes in brain function leading to confusion, tremors (shaking), sleep problems, and loss of consciousness. Osolac Oral Solution is thought to work by lowering the level of a substance called ammonia in the blood which has harmful effects on the brain. If taken as prescribed, it can improve your brain function and reduce symptoms associated with hepatic encephalopathy. Side effects of Osolac Oral Solution 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 Osolac Abdominal pain Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea How to use Osolac Oral Solution 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. Osolac Oral Solution may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. How Osolac Oral Solution works Osolac Oral Solution works by drawing water into the intestine through osmosis, which makes the stool soft and easier to pass. Safety advice warnings Alcohol SAFE Consuming alcohol with Osolac Oral Solution does not cause any harmful side effects. warnings Pregnancy SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Osolac Oral Solution 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. warnings Breast feeding SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Osolac Oral Solution is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. warnings Driving SAFE Osolac Oral Solution does not usually affect your ability to drive. warnings Kidney SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Osolac Oral Solution is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Osolac Oral Solution may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. warnings Liver SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Osolac Oral Solution is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Osolac Oral Solution may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. What if you forget to take Osolac Oral Solution? If you miss a dose of Osolac Oral Solution, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n