Constipation or where soft stool is considered of medical benefit May be given as single daily dose or in 2 divided doses. Adjust starting dose to maintenance dose after few days based upon treatment response. May need several days (2-3 days) before treatment effect occurs.
Adult & adolescent Starting dose: 15-45 mL daily. Maintenance dose: 15-30 mL daily.
Childn 7-14 yr Starting dose: 15 mL daily. Maintenance dose: 10-15 mL daily,
1-6 yr Starting & maintenance dose: 5-10 mL daily.
Infant <1 yr Starting & maintenance dose: Up to 5 mL daily. Drink sufficient amounts of fluids (1.5-2 L, equal to 6-8 glasses) during the day.
Hepatic encephalopathy Adult Starting dose: 20-30 g or 30-45 mL tid to qid. Dose may be adjusted to maintenance dose to achieve 2-3 soft stools/day.
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