Question 1

whats the use of senna pods?

Accepted Answer

Laxative: Helps your bowels move - it irritates them.

Question 2

is senna leaf tea safe?

Accepted Answer

Laxative Tea: Senna tea should not be used by pregnant women. It should not be used longer than 7 days.  Prolonged used may cause liver problems.

Question 3

which is stronger, senna or dulcolax?

Accepted Answer

Appears equal: There are not concluisive studies that would show a superior laxative to one another.

Question 4

what are the sude effect senna laxative?

Accepted Answer

Minor risks: Senna is generally felt to be safe in pregnancy and very little of it is absorbed into the body.  Common side effects may include nausea, abdominal cramping, gas, diarrhea, and discoloration of the urine.

Question 5

is senokot (senna) used for constipation?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Senokot (senna) may be used in the treatment of constipation.

Question 6

is it ok to take senna leaf while taking amoxicillin ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Take at bed time and 3 hours apart from Amoxicillin to make sure of good absorption of Antibiotic

Question 7

what is the treatment for senna overdose?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

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 9

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.

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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