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Uncommon side effects are nausea and vomiting. In sensitive individuals, such as the elderly or people with reduced kidney function, excess lactulose dosage can result in dehydration and electrolyte disturbances such as low magnesium levels. Ingestion of lactulose does not cause a weight gain because it is not digestible, with no nutritional value.
Syrup of Figs Commercial Preparation. Syrup of figs is a formerly proprietary preparation for use as a laxative, now widely available commercially and also easy to make at home. Its ingredients include figs and dried senna pods, both known for their laxative properties, as well as water, sugar and lemon. [1]
May slow clotting; contraindicated for people with bleeding disorders and before and after surgery. May induce uterine contractions; contraindicated when pregnant or nursing. [21] Pyrrolizidine alkaloids (contained in comfrey, borage, senecio, coltsfoot, and others) Liver damage [5] Reserpine: Rauvolfia serpentina
Some of the less significant adverse effects of laxative abuse include dehydration (which causes tremors, weakness, fainting, blurred vision, kidney damage), low blood pressure, fast heart rate, postural dizziness and fainting; [26] however, laxative abuse can lead to potentially fatal acid-base, and electrolyte imbalances. [26]
“Some people may eat a diet that has actually very little iron to be available for the body to absorb, and that can cause iron deficiency over long periods of time,” says Cunningham.
Between dinner parties, cookie exchanges and festive cocktails, most people report eating and drinking more than usual during the holidays, gaining on average 1 to 2 pounds of body weight.
The benefit and side effects of Pizensy were evaluated in a clinical trial (Trial 1) of 594 subjects with CIC. [10] In this trial, subjects received treatment with either Pizensy or placebo once daily for 6 months. [10] Neither the subjects nor the health care providers knew which treatment was being given until after the trials were completed ...
Common side effects of senna glycoside include abdominal cramps. [3] It is not recommended for long-term use, as it may result in poor bowel function or electrolyte problems. [1] While no harm has been found to result from use while breastfeeding, such use is not typically recommended. [1] It is not typically recommended in children. [1]