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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. Laxative - Wikipedia

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   Examples: Docusate (Colace, Diocto), Gibs-Eze [3] Emollient agents prevent constipation rather than treating long-term constipation. [3] Lubricant agents

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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   Stool softener laxatives: Colace ... Dulcolax (bisacodyl) ... side effects when used on a long-term basis, and the only weight lost is water and stool. Instead, talk to your healthcare provider ...

6. Is It Safe to Use Expired Vitamins? The Truth About Vitamin ...

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   Here, doctors explain how long most vitamins last and any risks associated with taking expired vitamins. Skip to main content. Subscriptions; Animals. Business. Entertainment. Fitness ...

7. With laxatives in high demand, doctors warn not to take them ...

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   Pharma giant Sanofi said its over-the-counter laxative, Dulcolax, is facing supply constraints. “Over the past few months, we have seen unprecedented demand for Dulcolax products," a Sanofi ...