Question 1

is senokot (senna) safe for long term use?

Accepted Answer

No: Long term laxative use can cause the large intestine motility to be impaired creating the need for more and more laxatives.

Question 2

but could you take senokot (senna) one time every week or one time every two weeks on a long term basis?

Accepted Answer

Not the best way.: using Senkot infrequently on as needed basis is not a problem. However, a better approach would be to increase the amount of fiber in your diet, perhaps even supplemented with a fiber supplement. If Senokot (senna) is  still needed after the increased fiber is consumed, then use it judiciously. Good luck.

Question 3

is senokot (senna) safe for pregnancy? if not what are my alternatives?

Accepted Answer

OK but not frequent: Senekot used occasionally is safe - if used frequently it can damage the bowel.  It is recommended to increase fiber and fluids in your diet, use stoll softeners (ducosate sodium) and take a gentle laxative like MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) when needed.

As dr. Shim indicated mom is safe and effective as well.

Question 4

are senna laxatives safe to use if you have diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Senna is a relatively safe laxative, not to be used for long periods of time. Most common side effect is cramps, aside from possible diarrhea.

Question 5

is senna leaf tea safe?

Accepted Answer

Laxative Tea: Senna tea should not be used by pregnant women. It should not be used longer than 7 days.  Prolonged used may cause liver problems.

Question 6

can someone tell me if senna teais  safe to drink every other day?

Accepted Answer

I wouldn't recommend: "irritant" purgatives cause: melanosis coli (reversible pigmenting of colon lining) which is often seen with chronic senna use, cathartic colon ("floppy" colon with limited muscle tone), &amp; soap or chemical colitis (acute inflammation within hours of "cleansing" enema).  See my earlier healthtap answers regarding the longterm systemic consequences of chronic laxative use / overuse.

Question 7

could to help my body digest properly, but i still need more. is senna safe for every other day usage?

Accepted Answer

No - senna is best: for short term use. It should not be used longer than 7 days.  Prolonged used may cause dehydration, reduced potassium levels, liver problems,cardiac arrhythmia and kidney damage.

Question 8

i'm 17 is senokot (senna) dual relief safe to take for constipation?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes it is. But is it for chronic problems diet changes should ensue

Question 9

im 16wks pregnant. i just want to know if senna tea is safe for my pregnancy.

Accepted Answer

Senna tea: Senna has a laxative effect that can also possibly stimulate uterine contractions.  For that reason, it's not recommended to be used during pregnancy.

Question 10

is drinking senna tea safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Senna: Medline plus indicates that senna is "possibly safe" during pregnancy when used briefly, in small doses. However, it considers the herb to be "possibly unsafe" in large doses or for an extended period of time. The american pregnancy association specifically advises against stimulant laxatives during pregnancy, noting that they can cause contractions in the uterus. Senna can also lead to dehydratio.

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