Question 1

how many days may i use drugs with senna extract for constipation?

Accepted Answer

Senna: Senna can be taken safely for 7-10 days. Consult your doctor if you need to use longer.

Question 2

what is senna used for in medicine?

Accepted Answer

Colon fiber: Used to bulk up stool and relive constipation

Question 3

does senokot (senna) work?

Accepted Answer

What are you asking?: The short answer is "yes", but really what are you asking? What is your intended indication for the product--improved stooling, weight reduction, reduced distension, etc?  Also, remember, no medication is without some side effects. Best to check with your doctor who knows you best with regard to any medical limitation you may have or if any drug may be contraindicated in your particular case.

Question 4

any bad senna side effects?

Accepted Answer

Chronic laxative use: "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), & 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 5

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 6

is it possible for you to use senna and magnesuim together?

Accepted Answer

Senna and Magnesium: Yes you can take senna and magnesium as a laxative together as a laxative but i would worn you about possible diarrhea as a side effect. I generally recommend miralax, (polyethylene glycol) it's gentler.

Question 7

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 8

what is the treatment for senna overdose?

Accepted Answer

Fluids, patients: Drink plenty of fluids and take care not to overdose any medications.

Question 9

what is the side effects on senna laxative?

Accepted Answer

Senna laxative: is FDA nonprescription. Most common side effects are stomach discomfort, cramps, and diarrhea.

Question 10

what is the treatment for senokot (senna) overdose?

Accepted Answer

Time and transit: Ex-lax is a senoside.  It is a cathartic (laxative) and promotes peristalsis (movement of content through the bowel).  The sooner it goes through, the better off you will be.  It is minimally absorbed through the gut.  You may have lots of cramps and gushes of diarrhea.  If concerned or at risk of other problems due to this, see pcp, call poison control or go to er.

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