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

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   (The majority of over-the-counter laxatives haven’t been shown to improve abdominal symptoms.) Others may falsely believe that they need to have at least one bowel movement every 24 hours.

3. Magnesium salicylate - Wikipedia

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   [citation needed] It is also used to treat joint pain like arthritis, [2] [3] general back pain, [4] and headaches. [citation needed] It is found in a variety of over-the-counter (OTC) medications, most notably the brand Doan's Pills, as an anti-inflammatory, primarily for back-pain relief. Magnesium salicylate can be an effective OTC ...

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5. Are laxatives for weight loss safe? - AOL

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   Laxatives are usually over-the-counter medications designed to help those dealing with constipation and having trouble with bowel movements. Usually, laxatives are a consideration after lifestyle ...

6. Laxative - Wikipedia

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   Bulk-forming laxatives, also known as roughage, are substances, such as fiber in food and hydrophilic agents in over-the-counter drugs, that add bulk and water to stools so they can pass more easily through the intestines (lower part of the digestive tract). [2] Properties. Site of action: small and large intestines; Onset of action: 12–72 hours

7. BC Powder - Wikipedia

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   BC readily promotes the fact that, due to its powder form, it dissolves faster than pain-relief tablets, and thus gets to work faster. It can be taken in a variety of ways, most commonly mixed into water or soda. In 2009 BC Powder removed the 195 mg of Salicylamide from the "Blue Box Original Formula BC Powder". The original formula consisted ...

8. 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.

9. Are laxatives the 'budget Ozempic'? Doctors warn about ... - AOL

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   Laxatives are not a weight-loss aid, but doctors worry some people are still not getting the message — especially as they look for cheaper, more accessible alternatives to weight-loss drugs like ...