Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Lactitol
Drug Class
Drugs For Constipation
Chemical Class
Lactulose(disacchride analogue)
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action
What is Lacasil?
Uses
Lactitol is used to treat chronic idiopathic (unknown cause) constipation (CIC). It works by increasing peristalsis (contractions) in the...
How It Works
Chemical Class
Lactulose(disacchride analogue)
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action
. It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Lactulose(disacchride analogue). It belongs to Laxatives pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action. The Molecular Weight of Lactitol Monohydrate is 362.30.
How to Take It
Dosage information not available for this product.
Safety Alerts
Appendicitis, intestinal obstruction, unexplained abdominal pain or bleeding, galactosaemia, watery stool or diarrhoea
Important Warnings
Colonic metabolism of lactitol may result in acid-base disturbances, diarrhoea, hypokalaemia and hypernatraemia
Potassium deficiency may increase the risk of toxic effects of glycosides
Monitor serum electrolytes, blood glucose and blood lactate, elderly and debilitate patients, maintain an adequate daily fluid intake to avoid dehydration
Side Effects
Abdominal distensioncramp and discomfortflatu-lenceabdominal nauseadyspepsiaepigastric painpruritus and vomitingdiarrhoea.
Drug Interactions
Increase the potassium losses caused by other medicines (e.g. thiazide
diuretics
corticosteroids
carbenoxolone
and amphotericin B)
Digitalis therapyand neomycin.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy
Risk cannot be ruled out.
Lactation
Caution advised or effect undetermined.
Storage
syrup Store . Refrigeration and Freezing is not recommended. Protect from Sunlight, Moisture and Heat. Sachet Store . Refrigeration and Freezing is not recommended. Protect from Sunlight, Moisture and Heat.
Price Intelligence
Rs 327.75
DVAGO observed price · as of 30 July 2026
No approved ceiling matched to this exact pack and strength.
Prices across sources
DVAGORs 327.75
ServaidRs 215
Should you consider an alternative?
Other options containing Lactitol, and what they are not.
Same active ingredient, a different dose. Never switch strength without your doctor or pharmacist.
Ordered by lowest price per unit where a pack size is known, then by price. Order is never affected by sponsorship. Not medical advice — confirm any change with your pharmacist or doctor.
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