lactulose

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Scrabble points
11
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15
Letters
9
Pronunciation
/ˈlak.tjʊ.ləʊz/
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/ˈlak.tjʊ.ləʊz/ · /ˈlæk.t(j)ʊˌloʊs/

Definition of lactulose

1 sense · 1 part of speech · etymology included

noun

  1. (countable, uncountable)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.

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Etymology

From lact- + (cell)ulose.

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