Is lactose in laxatives?

a disaccharide found in the milk of all mammals. On hydrolysis, lactose yields the monosaccharides glucose and galactose. Lactose is used as a laxative, a diuretic, and a component of formulas for infants. Also called lactin, milk sugar. read more

Lactulose (Constulose, Enulose, Generlac, Cholac, Constilac) is a laxative prescribed to treat constipation, and prescribed to treat hepatic encephalopathy when the liver is unable to remove toxins from the blood. Side effects, drug interactions, dosing, storage, and pregnancy and breastfeeding safety information is provided. read more

Constipation can be caused by a number of things. Not eating enough fibre or not drinking enough fluid can cause constipation. Some conditions (such as pregnancy) can cause constipation, as can a lack of exercise or movement (such as being ill in bed) and some medicines. read more

Lactose intolerance and constipation is an additional digestive concern of which you may not be aware. read more