Question 1

should i take osmotic laxative for weight loss?

Accepted Answer

No: Taking laxatives to lose weight is a dangerous short term solution to losing weight. You should adopt a healthy lifestyle, eat a sensible diet (portion control), and increase your activity with regular exercise.

Question 2

can you use an osmotic laxative for weight loss?

Accepted Answer

Not a good idea: Calorie reduction and increased exercise is truly the best way

Question 3

in general, how long does it take for the bowel to get used to ducolax? also take bulking agent & osmotic laxative. slow transit constipation sufferer

Accepted Answer

It Depends: It depends on how long you have been using dulcolax, if you have been using this for more than a month, then this is probably going to stay the same. Dulcolax is a stimulant laxative, and cramping is side effect, but part of its mode of action. I presume you are referring to its side effects when you mean "get used to it".  
Hope this helps.

Question 4

is dupbalac considered a fiber supplement or stool softeners or osmotic laxatives?

Accepted Answer

Duphalac: Or Lactulose is an osmotic laxative used as second line for constipation and also in chronic liver disease.

Question 5

are laxative bad for the body?

Accepted Answer

Can be: Used occasionally, laxative are not a problem. If you use them regularly, you can damage your colon.

Question 6

whats the best laxative for men?

Accepted Answer

Various: Otc meds such as MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) is a good laxative which retains fluid within stool.  Best to find why constipation occurs, either functional i.E lack of fiber/water in diet or pathological.

Question 7

too many laxatives, what should i do?

Accepted Answer

How old are you: first how old are you age will make a difference in the recommendation of laxative second how many is too many
hydration is the key drink a lot of water and juices and avoid sodas and pop and energy drink and caffeine 
eat more fruit and vegetables and add more fibers to your diet
exercise is an excellent bowel stimulant even by simple walking
eat multiple small meals take a stool softener

Question 8

is taking a lot of laxatives dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Yes!: Laxatives should only be taken under doctor supervision. Some directly irritate your colon to contract to remove stool and can lead to depending on them for a bowel movement. Others work by removing water from your body & put it into your colon to "flush" the stool out.  Both can lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalance if taken improperly.  See your dr if you are having constipation.

Question 9

which laxatives are the most effective?

Accepted Answer

Depends: On the person.

Question 10

what happens to you if you take to many laxatives?

Accepted Answer

Severe cramping: In the short term possible intense abdominal pain; in the long term, habituation and the need for more and more medication.

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