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Is LOOZ Syrup Safe In Diabetic People ?

My mother 80 year old is taking LOOZ syrup for her constipation
besides she takes medicine for Diabetes GLYCOMET 250 Mg, Hypertension Amlosaf 5mg PAN D, Storwash 10 mg, CLipitolquestion - is it okay Diabetic can take LOOZ
Wed, 1 Jul 2015
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Hello there. Noted the contents. Syp Looz which is lactulose can increase the blood glucose levels. It has to be used with caution. You may use it for your mother but just monitor her blood glucose levels. Other good alternatives would be ispagula husk. Its safe, effective and has no adverse effects on blood glucose levels. LEt her have a diet high in fiber and drink adequate fluids. Hope this helps.Wishing her good health.Take care.
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Is LOOZ Syrup Safe In Diabetic People ?

Hello there. Noted the contents. Syp Looz which is lactulose can increase the blood glucose levels. It has to be used with caution. You may use it for your mother but just monitor her blood glucose levels. Other good alternatives would be ispagula husk. Its safe, effective and has no adverse effects on blood glucose levels. LEt her have a diet high in fiber and drink adequate fluids. Hope this helps.Wishing her good health.Take care.