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2. Bisacodyl - Wikipedia

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   Bisacodyl is an organic compound that is used as a stimulant laxative drug. It works directly on the colon to produce a bowel movement. It is typically prescribed for relief of episodic and chronic constipation and for the management of neurogenic bowel dysfunction, as well as part of bowel preparation before medical examinations, such as for a colonoscopy.

3. Here's When It's Actually Useful To Take An OTC Med If ... - AOL

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   Constipation can be the result of dehydration, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), poor diet, and taking various medications, says Jean Fox, MD, a gastroenterologist at Mayo Clinic. Pelvic floor ...

4. Lubiprostone - Wikipedia

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   Lubiprostone, sold under the brand name Amitiza among others, is a medication used in the management of chronic idiopathic constipation, predominantly irritable bowel syndrome-associated constipation in women and opioid-induced constipation. The drug is owned by Mallinckrodt and is marketed by Takeda Pharmaceutical Company.

5. Constipation in children - Wikipedia

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   Treatment of these functional causes can be focused on simply relieving the symptoms. [6] Studies have shown a link between diets low in dietary fibres and high in processed foods, such as fast food, and childhood constipation. [7] Certain medications such as antacids, anticholinergics and opiates are also known to cause constipation in ...

6. The best 16 foods to relieve constipation fast ... - AOL

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   A 2022 study found that two kiwi fruit a day was as effective as psyllium, found in many over-the-counter laxatives, in treating constipation. Foods to avoid when constipated

7. Laxative - Wikipedia

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   Bulk-forming laxatives, also known as roughage, are substances, such as fiber in food and hydrophilic agents in over-the-counter drugs, that add bulk and water to stools so they can pass more easily through the intestines (lower part of the digestive tract). [2] Properties. Site of action: small and large intestines; Onset of action: 12–72 hours