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2. Laxative - Wikipedia

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   Lubricant laxatives are substances that coat the stool with slippery lipids and decrease colonic absorption of water so the stool slides through the colon more easily. Lubricant laxatives also increase the weight of stool and decrease intestinal transit time. [9] Properties. Site of action: colon; Onset of action: 6–8 hours; Example: mineral ...

3. Macrogol - Wikipedia

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   Macrogol 4000, pharmaceutical quality. Macrogol 3350, often in combination with electrolytes, is used for short-term relief of constipation as well as for long-term use in constipation of various causes, including in multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease patients (an often-overlooked non-motor symptom) as well as constipation caused by pharmaceutical drugs such as opioids and ...

4. Are laxatives for weight loss safe? - AOL

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   This allows the stool to pass more easily through the colon. Stool softener laxatives : Colace (docusate sodium) works in a different way by making it easier for water and lipids to penetrate the ...

5. Lactulose - Wikipedia

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   Lactulose may be used to counter the constipating effects of opioids, and in the symptomatic treatment of hemorrhoids as a stool softener. [medical citation needed] Lactulose is commonly prescribed for children who develop fear of their bowel movements and are withholders.

6. Everything you need to know about the Mayo Clinic diet - AOL

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   The Mayo Clinic diet, a program that adheres to this notion, was developed by medical professionals based on scientific research, so you can trust that this program is based on science, and not ...

7. 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 ]