English Explanatory Dictionary

lactulose

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A synthetic disaccharide C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁ consisting of galactose and fructose units, used as a laxative for chronic constipation and as an acidifier to reduce blood ammonia levels causing neurological symptoms in advanced liver disease. It is used in solution for oral or rectal administration.

Pronunciation

/ˈlak.tjʊ.ləʊz/ /ˈlæk.t(j)ʊˌloʊs/

Word forms

lactulose lactuloses

Etymology

From lact- + (cell)ulose.

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