Question 1

if i only have exlax 15mg to take for colonoscopy prep, what is the equivalent of 1 exlax to 1 dulcolax?

Accepted Answer

: Those 2 OTC laxative have different active ingredients, sennosides vs. bisacodyl; 15 mg of exlax is probably equivalent in effect to 5-10 mg of dulcolax. Good luck to your colonoscopy!

Question 2

how healthy or unhealthy is it to do a colonoscopy miralax/dulcolax prep for weight loss/cleansing weekly, monthly? is this too extreme?

Accepted Answer

You bet it is: The colonoscopy prep is designed to clean out bowel to allow direct unimpaired visualization, and on one occasion is harmless other than uncomfortable.  But repetitive use can wash out electrolytes, especially potassium, and could impair typical bowel digestive activities.  There are reasons why this weight loss approach never became popular.  There are alternative approaches.

Question 3

can i have senna before a colonoscopy?

Accepted Answer

There may be better: Choices.  See this site for suggestions for preparing for colonoscopy.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/colonoscopy/my00621/dsection=how-you-prepare.

Question 4

dr said take 2 senna-s daily for constipation from my aimovig. it clears me out like im ready for a colonoscopy. will just 1 pill a day work?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If you find that 2 senna-s are too much, try going down to one tablet.  Senna-s contains 2 ingredients, one is stool softener, docusate sodium, and the seconds, senna compounds,  that have a stimulant action.  You may also find that using just the stool softener is adequate to keep constipation under control, or combining and taking one of each may be just right.

Question 5

i had a colonoscopy  10 day ago, no bm so took  senna, it worked two days later. next two days, very small soft bm. two days now nothing. is this norm?

Accepted Answer

Colonoscopy: it is normal to have irregular bowel movements for several weeks after a colonoscopy. There is no need to take laxatives in this setting. Your best bet is to eat lots of healthy fruits and vegetables and cereals containing fiber, along with more fluid intake, and let your body reestablish your normal bowel patterns. Good luck.

Question 6

have sjogrens syndrome.get "backed up" & loose stools despite fiber,h20, &miralax.normal colonoscopy.senokot (senna) results in normal bm.how often can i take?

Accepted Answer

Constipation: Senokot (senna) can be taken every day to treat constipation in a safe way.  aside from being irritating, Fleet's enemas should be avoided.  increase water intake and amount of fiber in your diet to decrease constipation.  if daily Senokot (senna) does not help, an appointment should be made with primary physician or GI specialist

Question 7

my 61yo dad has had abdominal discomfort for over 4weeks. ultrasound showed 'thickening of bowel'. constipated despite being prescribed movicol, lactulose n senna for last 18 months. due colonoscopy next week. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Abdominal discomfort: well there are a lot of reasons for constipation. could be bowel obstruction, decreased motility or maybe due to his age and other factors a mass in the colon/rectum. id suggest to wait for the results of colonoscopy before jumping into any conclusion

Question 8

for a colonoscopy, can i take bisacodyl tablets instead of the prescribed dulcolax tablets since i already have them at home?

Accepted Answer

No: Take the prep as ordered by the gastroenterologist. Do not substitute.

Question 9

how does senokot (senna) compare to dulcolax?

Accepted Answer

Both are stimulants: Not much difference.  They both stimulate the bowels to keep thing moving.  I use senokot (senna) orally and ducolax as a suppository in my patients.  I may use them together at times.

Question 10

will dulcolax or senna affect the efficacy of xarelto?

Accepted Answer

No: These are safe medicines to take regardless of what else/other medication is in the system.

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Can senna be used to prep for a colonoscopy instead of dulcolax

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If i only have exlax 15mg to take for colonoscopy prep, what is the equivalent of 1 exlax to 1 dulcolax?

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How healthy or unhealthy is it to do a colonoscopy miralax/dulcolax prep for weight loss/cleansing weekly, monthly? is this too extreme?

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Can i have senna before a colonoscopy?

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Dr said take 2 senna-s daily for constipation from my aimovig. it clears me out like im ready for a colonoscopy. will just 1 pill a day work?

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I had a colonoscopy 10 day ago, no bm so took senna, it worked two days later. next two days, very small soft bm. two days now nothing. is this norm?

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Have sjogrens syndrome.get "backed up" & loose stools despite fiber,h20, &miralax.normal colonoscopy.senokot (senna) results in normal bm.how often can i take?

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My 61yo dad has had abdominal discomfort for over 4weeks. ultrasound showed 'thickening of bowel'. constipated despite being prescribed movicol, lactulose n senna for last 18 months. due colonoscopy next week. what could it be?

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For a colonoscopy, can i take bisacodyl tablets instead of the prescribed dulcolax tablets since i already have them at home?

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How does senokot (senna) compare to dulcolax?

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Will dulcolax or senna affect the efficacy of xarelto?

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