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A member asked:
Is docusate sodium/sennosides appropriate for ibs-c and can it be used "freely", or are there side effects?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Melanosis coli: And dependence are the big side effects of continued senna use. It is better to titrate MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) and natural calm. If those over the counter meds don't work there are prescription meds like amatiza or linzess., all that are safer for long term use.0.
Answered 6/30/2014
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Yes: The stool softner and laxative combination will help relieve your symptoms. Side effects include possible allergic reaction, excessive diarrhea or constipation may persist despite meds. Dehydration and electroltye problems may result if excessive diarrhea.
Answered 3/26/2014
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