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2. Laxative - Wikipedia

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   Emollient laxatives, also known as stool softeners, are anionic surfactants that enable additional water and fats to be incorporated in the stool, making movement through the bowels easier. Properties. Site of action: small and large intestines; Onset of action: 12–72 hours; Examples: Docusate (Colace, Diocto), Gibs-Eze [3]

3. Are laxatives for weight loss safe? - AOL

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   Bulk-forming laxatives: These are medications such as Metamucil that add bulk to stool, making it larger and softer by increasing the water content. This allows the stool to pass more easily ...

4. Metamucil - Wikipedia

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   Metamucil is a fiber supplement. Introduced in 1934 by G. D. Searle & Company (now G.D. Searle, LLC ), Metamucil was acquired by Procter & Gamble in 1985. The name is a combination of the Greek word for change ( meta ) and the class of fiber that it utilizes ( mucilage ).

5. How to Prevent and Treat Hemorrhoids, According to Doctors - AOL

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   Docusate sodium (Colace) is a helpful stool softener if constipation is provoking your hemorrhoids, ... (which you can buy in unflavored powder form or under brand names like Metamucil), works as ...

6. 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 ...

7. 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.