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2. Macrogol - Wikipedia

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   Macrogol is an osmotically acting laxative; that is, an inert substance that passes through the gut without being absorbed into the body. It relieves constipation because it causes water to be retained in the bowel instead of being absorbed into the body.

3. Lactulose - Wikipedia

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   Lactulose is a non-absorbable sugar used in the treatment of constipation and hepatic encephalopathy. [3] [4] It is administered orally for constipation, and either orally or rectally for hepatic encephalopathy. [3] It generally begins working after 8–12 hours, but may take up to 2 days to improve constipation. [1] [2]

4. 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.

5. Are laxatives for weight loss safe? - AOL

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   Osmotic laxatives: Products such as Miralax (polyethylene glycol) pull water from other parts of the body and into the colon. This extra water adds volume and pressure, which can make it easier to ...

6. Are laxatives the 'budget Ozempic'? Doctors warn about ... - AOL

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   At standard doses, laxatives don’t stop the body from absorbing of food, fat and calories. ... If adding fiber to your diet, exercise and hydration don't relieve constipation, try osmotic ...

7. Laxative - Wikipedia

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   Laxatives vary as to how they work and the side effects they may have. Certain stimulant, lubricant, and saline laxatives are used to evacuate the colon for rectal and bowel examinations, and may be supplemented by enemas under certain circumstances. Sufficiently high doses of laxatives may cause diarrhea.