Looz Enema
Product introduction
Looz Enema 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).
Looz Enema is given as an enema in patients who are hospitalized or are unable to take it by mouth. The most common side effects are application site irritation, nausea, and vomiting. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days. You may also feel (or be) sick. You can help avoid the side effects by drinking plenty of fluids, taking your medicine between meals. Occasionally people develop serious side effects including severe stomach pain, severe diarrhea, mood changes, and seizures. 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.
Looz Enema is given as an enema in patients who are hospitalized or are unable to take it by mouth. The most common side effects are application site irritation, nausea, and vomiting. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days. You may also feel (or be) sick. You can help avoid the side effects by drinking plenty of fluids, taking your medicine between meals. Occasionally people develop serious side effects including severe stomach pain, severe diarrhea, mood changes, and seizures. 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 Looz Enema
- Constipation
- Intestine preparation before any surgery
- Treatment of Hepatic encephalopathy
Benefits of Looz Enema
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. Looz Enema 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 Looz Enema
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 Looz
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Application site irritation
How to use Looz Enema
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How Looz Enema works
Looz Enema works by drawing water into the intestine through osmosis, which makes the stool soft and easier to pass.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Looz Enema 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Looz Enema is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Looz Enema is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Looz Enema may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Looz Enema is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Looz Enema may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Looz Enema?
If you miss a dose of Looz Enema, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Looz Enema is used in the treatment of constipation and hepatic encephalopathy.
- It should preferably be taken at bedtime as it requires 6 to 8 hours to show effect.
- It is usually taken once a day as needed for up to 2 weeks. Take it exactly as prescribed by the doctor.
- Take it atleast 2 hours after taking other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach disorders such as appendicitis or a blockage in your bowel.
- Some healthy tips to prevent constipation from happening:
- Eat more fiber in your diet. Recommended daily intake is 20-35g
- Drink 8-10 glasses of water per day
- Exercise regularly at least 3 times per week
- Do not hold in stool as that can worsen bowel issues
- Looz Enema is used for the treatment of constipation.
- Some healthy tips to prevent constipation from happening:
- Eat more fiber in your diet. Recommended daily intake is 20-35g
- Drink 8-10 glasses of water per day
- Exercise regularly at least 3 times per week
- Do not hold in stool as that can worsen bowel issues
- Take it atleast 2 hours after taking other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.
- It should preferably be taken at bedtime as it requires 6 to 8 hours to show effect.
- It is usually taken once a day as needed for up to 2 weeks. Take it exactly as prescribed by the doctor.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach disorders such as appendicitis or a blockage in your bowel.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Synthetic Disaccharide
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Osmotic Laxatives / Purgatives
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Looz Enema used for?
Looz Enema is used to treat constipation which is presented as infrequent bowel movements, hard and dry stools. It is also used in patients with hepatic encephalopathy which is a serious liver problem causing confusion, tremors and decreased level of consciousness.
Is Looz Enema a laxative?
Yes, Looz Enema is a laxative which softens the stools by pulling in water from the body to the large intestine. It is also used to reduce the amount of ammonia in the blood of patients with liver disease.
What are the side effects of taking Looz Enema?
Looz Enema very commonly causes diarrhea, flatulence, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. Diarrhea and abdominal pain occur due to a high dose. In such cases, the dose should be reduced. Flatulence may occur during the first few days of treatment and may disappear after sometime. This medicine may also cause electrolyte imbalance. However, this is an uncommon side effect.
Is it okay to take Looz Enema every day?
You should take Looz Enema for as long as advised by your doctor. You may also take it for as long as constipation lasts, which may be up to a week. For hepatic encephalopathy, the treatment may be longer, even several months.
Who should not be given Looz Enema?
Looz Enema should not be given to patients who are allergic to it or are intolerant to lactose (cannot process lactose). It should also be avoided in patients having galactosemia, a rare health problem where the body cannot process galactose.
Can I take other laxatives along with Looz Enema?
Usually, one laxative is sufficient to relieve constipation. In case you need more, your doctor may advise you to take one more laxative along with Looz Enema. The risk of side effects is more with two laxatives.
What if I take more than the recommended dose of Looz Enema?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Looz Enema may cause abdominal pain, electrolyte imbalance and diarrhea, which may last for a couple of days.
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