Constulose and Flexeril

• Generic Name: lactulose
• Dosage Forms: oral solution
• Other Brand Names: Constulose, Kristalose, Duphalac, Enulose, Generlac, Chronulac, Cephulac, Constilac, Cholac, Evalose, Heptalac

Constulose is a type of sugar. It is broken down in the large intestine into mild acids that draw water into the colon, which helps soften the stools.

Constulose is used to treat chronic constipation.

Constulose is sometimes used to treat or prevent certain conditions of the brain that are caused by liver failure, which can lead to confusion, problems with memory or thinking, behavior changes, tremors, feeling irritable, sleep problems, loss of coordination, and loss of consciousness.

Constulose may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: cyclobenzaprine
• Dosage Forms: Tablets
• Other Brand Names: Amrix, Fexmid, Flexeril, Comfort Pac with Cyclobenzaprine

Flexeril (cyclobenzaprine) is a muscle relaxant. It works by blocking nerve impulses (or pain sensations) that are sent to your brain.

Flexeril is used together with rest and physical therapy to treat skeletal muscle conditions such as pain, injury, or spasms.

Flexeril may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.