Question 1

chronic constipation. is using anthraquinone laxatives safe long term in low doses?

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Not Great: The main prob with the long term use of any laxative is the body becomes dependent on the med &amp; when you try to stop can be a rebound. In your case this is esp true as Movicol (Aust) is polyethylene glycol, which is an osmotic laxative as is anthra lax (work in a sim way). Also anthra lax's cause cause something called Melanosis Coli, which nobody knows the sig of. There are many tx's for IBS now.

Question 2

what are the dangers of long term laxative use?

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"Lazy bowels": Or in other words, aggravating the original condition- the constipation, if that is what you are treating.  If you are treating constipation i would suggest that you correct it from the root. Get a consult , get help. There may be one reason or multiple combined- dietary, hydration,  exercise, hypothyroidism, lifestyle related, psychological, side effect of medications, ....

Question 3

what are the effects of long term laxative use?

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Laxative use: It can damage the muscular function of the bowel.
 * You may need more and more of the laxative to get results, until eventually the laxatives do not work.
 * Excessive laxative use can drain the body of water, vitamins, and minerals.
 * It can cause kidney stones or kidney failure.
 * The effects of other medicines can be changed.these
are some of the long term effects

Question 4

is it safe to take laxative tea everyday?

Accepted Answer

If it is actual: Laxative tea - you don't want your gut to become dependent on it's use for regularity. It may be healthier to use when needed.

Question 5

is it safe to take senakot laxatives with st john's wort?

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No interactions: There are no reported interactions between senna/ st john's wort. Most people use st john's wort to help with depression. My suggestion is you see a doctor for proper diagnosis/ treatment if you think you have a depression disorder. As for constipation, try to gradually increase fiber intake ( veggies, fruits) , water (~6-8 glasses per day), regular daily exercise is also helpful. Take care.

Question 6

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 7

is it safe to take laxatives while breastfeeding?

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Laxatives: Yes so long as there is no ingredient in the laxative mixture that can be secreted in the breast milk.

Question 8

is it safe to take a laxative while taking metronidazol 500mg and mebendazole 100mg?

Accepted Answer

Dulcolax: Take 2 Dulcolax tablet and a large glass of water.

Question 9

is bakingsoda safe as a laxative?

Accepted Answer

People used it: For that with apparent good results. But, if you talk to gastroenterologist they don't recommend using it for that. Basically it's an antacid but in excess can change the blood ph dangerously. In my humble medical opinion i won't recommend the use as laxative.

Question 10

is docusate safer than a laxative?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Docusate is safer because it really only softens the stool allowing it to transit through your system more easily.  It is not actually absorbed by your body.  Laxatives, while more effective in the short term, can potentially rob your body of needed electrolytes.  Use with caution.

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