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Is there anything that I can take instead of Lactulose?

April 26, 2017lactulose

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Is there anything that I can take instead of Lactulose?

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There is no good substitute for lactulose. Taken correctly, this medication is highly effective at treating hepatic confusion and increase ammonia levels. We often use a second medication (neomycin, metronidazole, or xifaxin) to decrease the amount of lactulose needed.