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Senna glycoside, also known as sennoside or senna, is a medication used to treat constipation and empty the large intestine before surgery. [1] [5] The medication is taken by mouth or via the rectum. [1] [6] It typically begins working in around 30 minutes when given by rectum and within twelve hours when given by mouth. [3]
It is also used to clear the bowels before a colonoscopy, [3] when the onset of the laxative effect is more rapid, typically within an hour. [7] Side effects may include increased bowel gas, abdominal pain, and nausea. [3] Rare but serious side effects may include an abnormal heartbeat, seizures, and kidney problems. [8]
The most common cause of melanosis coli is the extended use of laxatives, and commonly anthraquinone containing laxatives such as senna, aloe vera, and other plant glycosides. [1] The anthranoid laxatives pass through the gastrointestinal tract unabsorbed until they reach the large intestine, where they are changed into their active forms.
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Less-common side effects can include excess air or gas in your stomach, burping, heartburn, indigestion, fast heartbeat, low blood sugar, low energy and fatigue, or even gallstones, Dr. Comite says.
Historically, Senna alexandrina was used in the form of senna pods, or as herbal tea made from the leaves, as a laxative. [6] It also serves as a fungicide. [6] Modern medicine has used senna extracts since at least the 1950s [7] as a laxative. [8] [9] If accidentally ingested by infants, it can cause side effects such as severe diaper rash. [8]