Question 1

why is bad take laxatives (even natural ones like senna tea) when you have your period?

Accepted Answer

Laxatives: It is not necessarily "bad" to take laxatives when menstruating, as most commercial laxatives are gentle and do not cause a problem if constipation is present.  Many women feel bloated with the onset of their period, which is not caused by constipation, but is simply reaction to the lower levels of hormones at the time of your period. Unnecessary use of laxatives can irritate your intestines.

Question 2

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 3

has anyone ever had adverse side effects after taking a tea w/ senna?

Accepted Answer

Senna: As a laxative & used occasionally, it seems safe. If abused or in excess, it can lead to liver & kidney problems.

Question 4

what is the difference between adverse effects and sideeffects?

Accepted Answer

: An adverse effect would be something that is harmful or dangerous. A side effect may or may not be adverse.

Question 5

how to deal with venlafaxine adverse effects?

Accepted Answer

Snri group SE hard: There are only few groups of antidepressants and how they change brain chemicals ssri snri sari dnri zoloft Paxil Prozac Celexa lexopro all are ssri except Paxil they can be stopped if have se pt will be fine after a little problem same with dnri which has wellbutrin hard ones are snri Effexor Cymbalta Pristiq (desvenlafaxine) as they have norep do withdrawals are bad dont do it yourself go to doctor to wean off.

Question 6

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.

Question 7

will my depression have adverse effects on my baby?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is possible.  Many of the medications used to treat pregnancy have a rare but serious side effect in the baby called primary pulmonary hypertension and increased neonatal jitteriness.  If being off your meds means your depression worsens and you are not eating properly that could affect the baby's growth.

Question 8

is it possible that imiquimod can have unforeseen adverse effects?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is a pregnancy category c drug.  This means there are no definitive studies in humans or there is a suggestion of possible negative effects through animal studies or observational studies.  Like all drugs, don't use unless you need to.

Question 9

what to do if i am taking invega (paliperidone) and i'm having adverse effects?

Accepted Answer

It depends...: ...on what the side effects are.  Paliperidone (Invega) is a an atypical antipsychotic approved for the treatment of schizophrenia.  The most common acute side effect is restlessness and muscle twitches.  Common intermediate side effects are weight gain, increased cholesterol, increased glucose and an increased risk of diabetes.  There are some more serious, rarer side effects in the long-term.

Question 10

how strong is metamucil vs senokot (senna) laxative?

Accepted Answer

Apple and orange: Metamucil is a fibre supplement and not a laxative.  That is it does not have a specific bowel stimulating effect.  Senokot (senna) is a bowel stimulant.  It is a vegetable product and a good product to start with if constipated.

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Is it possible that imiquimod can have unforeseen adverse effects?

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How strong is metamucil vs senokot (senna) laxative?

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