Can be promoted as self-care - see Derbyshire CCGs self-care policy
GREEN: Lactulose solution. Regular dosing is required for full effect.
DO NOT PRESCRIBE (DNP)5: Lactulose sachets (Decision date - December 2015)
NICE CG61 recommends laxatives should be considered for the treatment of constipation in patients with irritable bowel syndrome, but patients should be discouraged from taking lactulose.