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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]
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.
Rectal bulb syringe to administer smaller enemas. An enema, also known as a clyster, is an injection of fluid into the lower bowel by way of the rectum. [1] The word enema can also refer to the liquid injected, [2] [3] as well as to a device for administering such an injection.
The enlarging uterus, growing fetus, placenta, amniotic fluid, normal increase in body fat, and increase in water retention all contribute weight gain during pregnancy. The amount of weight gain can vary from 5 pounds (2.3 kg) to over 100 pounds (45 kg). In the United States, the range of weight gain that doctors generally recommend is 25 ...
A baby died after a hospital did not induce labor for more than 60 hours, a lawsuit alleges. Chelsea Wootton, 31, was scheduled to be induced at 41 weeks pregnant, her law firm Irwin Mitchell said ...
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]
In an interview with The Times published on Saturday, Nov. 23, the Pride & Prejudice star, 39, opened up about what it was like dealing with constant speculation about her weight early in her ...
Yields: 34. Prep Time: 30 mins. Total Time: 3 hours 30 mins. Ingredients. Cake Balls. Cooking spray. 1 (15.25-oz.) box red velvet cake mix, plus ingredients called for on box