Question 1

what to do when laxatives don't work?

Accepted Answer

Diet &amp; Exercise: You should try eating more foods which are rich in soluble and insoluble fiber such as oats, bran, foods made with whole grains,  fruits, and vegetables, drinking more fluids, and getting more exercise. You may also want to try an enema or suppositories. If this persists or you are in pain please get examined at a clinic or office.

Question 2

how well does epson salts work as a laxative?

Accepted Answer

Laxatives: Epsom salts are an "old school" laxative.  It works well but it can cause a lot of cramping and discomfort.

Question 3

do laxatives not work as well as before if used too often?

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Yes: Chronic laxative use may result in diminished colon transit. This is important to review with your doctor.

Question 4

can you tell me how long it should take for laxatives to work?

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Depends: Everyone's motility is different. Some may have results within a few minutes and for others, it may take a few hours.

Question 5

is it true that the more laxatives you take, the faster they work?

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In a way: The more you take, the more effect youll get. you may get a "faster" response but it will be a stronger response and probably more than you want. Take the recommended dose and talk to your doctor if it doesnt help.

Question 6

how long does it take epsom salts to work as laxative?

Accepted Answer

3-6 hours: They work fairly quickly.  Be careful.

Question 7

about how long does it take for sorbitol to work as a laxative?

Accepted Answer

Depends upon the dos: The timing is very much dose driven.  A small amount of sorbitol may have no effect, while a larger dose may have a laxative effect within an hour or two.

Question 8

i'm getting a flex sack procedure done this morning and took a laxative last night but it didn't work. should i take another one?

Accepted Answer

Yes: I gather you mean flexible sigmoidoscopy. If you afre not cleaned out, let the gastroenterologist know to re-schedule. He will not be able to see anything unless you are cleaned out.

Question 9

what to do if enemas and laxatives don't work for me?

Accepted Answer

Evaluation needed...: Before you contemplate long term laxative dependency, seek medical evaluation--rule out metabolic causes of constipation (e.g. Low thyroid or adrenal conditions), distinguish slow versus normal transit constipation, consider a primary rectal dysfunction that may be treatable with biofeedback, check for structural pathology or extrinsic impingement, or intermittent ileus (e.g. Pseudo-obstruction).

Question 10

is coloxyl with senna a laxative, can this work?

Accepted Answer

Yes and Yes.: COLOXYL with senna  contains SENNA which can help to stimulate bowels and DOCUSATE SODIUM  which softens stool. This can be used in treatment of constipation.

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