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2. Docusate - Wikipedia

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   Docusate is the common chemical and pharmaceutical name of the anion bis(2-ethylhexyl) sulfosuccinate, also commonly called dioctyl sulfosuccinate (DOSS). [2] [3] [4]Salts of this anion, especially docusate sodium, are widely used in medicine as laxatives and as stool softeners, by mouth or rectally. [1]

3. Sodium citrate/sodium lauryl sulfoacetate/glycerol - Wikipedia

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   Sodium lauryl sulfoacetate improves the wetting and penetrating abilities of the solution, sorbitol enhances the water-releasing effect of sodium citrate and glycerol helps to lubricate the stool. The combined action helps to soften hard stools and relieve constipation without straining in a very short period of time ~ 15 min. [ 9 ]

4. Lactulose - Wikipedia

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   The dosage of lactulose for chronic idiopathic constipation is adjusted depending on the constipation severity and desired effect, from a mild stool softener to causing diarrhea. Lactulose is contraindicated in case of galactosemia, as most preparations contain the monosaccharide galactose due to its synthesis process. [14] [15]

5. Are laxatives for weight loss safe? - AOL

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   Stool softener laxatives: Colace (docusate sodium) ... However, there may be some short-term side effects, such as diarrhea, nausea, bloating, vomiting, or stomach pain. Normally, these are ...

6. Here's When It's Actually Useful To Take An OTC Med If You're ...

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   "A stool softener helps ease the passage of stools and can take anywhere from 12 to 72 hours to work," explains Dr. Pothuri. ... But you may experience abdominal cramping, diarrhea, nausea, and ...

7. How to Make Yourself Poop When You Need Fast ... - AOL

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   1. Consider a stool softener. Stool softeners can come in capsule, tablet, liquid, or syrup form, and they work by softening your poop to make it easier to pass through. While they can do the ...