Laxatives; a Type of Medicine That Can Treat Constipation or Help Relieve and Prevent Constipation

 

Laxatives

Laxatives are a type of medicine that can help people empty their bowels if they're having trouble going to the toilet. They are generally used to relieve constipation. Most are available to buy over the counter and without prescription. They are available in the form of liquids, tablets, or capsules. A medication is often used if lifestyle changes, such as taking regular exercise, drinking plenty of fluid, and increasing the amount of fibre in diet, have not helped. Laxatives can be classified into stimulant laxatives, bulk laxatives, stool softeners, and osmotic laxatives.

Laxatives relieve constipation by forming soft and bulky stool and by promoting contraction of intestinal muscles. Stimulant laxatives are the fastest-acting, such as include aloe, castor oil, senna compounds (Ex-Lax, Senokot), cascara (Nature's Remedy), and bisacodyl (Dulcolax, Correctol). Stimulant laxatives are usually taken on an empty stomach for rapid effects. Stimulant laxatives are usually taken on an empty stomach for rapid effect. Many stimulant laxatives are often taken at bedtime to produce results the next morning (although some may require 24 hours or more).

Laxatives are drugs that help in the easy movement of bowels. Laxatives, or a laxative is a drug that relaxes the muscles of the rectum and intestine. They are often used to cure and prevent bowel obstruction. Bowel obstruction occurs when a large intestine becomes blocked up. Laxatives will make the movement of the large intestine easier by gently stretching the walls of the large intestine and helping it to pass through the colon easily. Bulk-forming laxatives are considered the safest and the only type that can be recommended for daily use.

Laxatives work in different ways, and the effectiveness varies from person to person. All the drugs in this category are FDA (the U.S. Food and Drug Administration) approved for treating irritable bowel syndrome with constipation. However, using a laxative can be dangerous if constipation is caused by serious condition, such as a bowel obstruction or appendicitis. Frequent use of laxatives (for weeks or months) can reduce the ability of the colon to contract and may worsen constipation. Not all laxatives are safe for long-term use.

 

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