List of Laxatives + Uses, Types & Side Effests - Drugs.com
2023年4月14日 · Laxatives are medicines that help resolve constipation or empty the bowel of fecal matter before procedures or surgery involving the lower bowel. There are several different types available (see differences below) and each type works in a particular way.
List of 73 Constipation Medicine (Laxatives) Compared - Drugs.com
2023年12月1日 · Laxatives are a diverse range of medications that help with the movement of feces (poo) through the colon. Over-the-counter options include: Fiber Supplements and bulk forming laxatives : These increase the bulk of the stool and help it to retain water, making it softer but more formed.
Bulk-Forming Laxatives Monograph for Professionals - Drugs.com
Bulk-forming laxatives or stool softeners are the preferred treatment for constipation occurring during pregnancy or the puerperium. Not for use when prompt or thorough bowel evacuation is necessary (e.g., poisonings, radiologic examination, bowel surgery).
List of 49 Bowel Preparation Medications Compared - Drugs.com
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List of Common Antacids + Uses, Types & Side Effects - Drugs.com
2023年4月11日 · The side effects of antacids directly relate to the ingredients they contain. Some combination products have side effects that cancel each other out (for example, aluminium causes constipation and magnesium causes diarrhea so products containing a combination of these two ingredients are more likely to have a neutral effect on the bowel).
Cathartics and Laxatives General Statement (Monograph)
Laxatives are usually subdivided into several categories, including the bulk-forming, hyperosmotic, lubricant, saline, and stimulant laxatives and the stool softeners. The bulk-forming laxatives include cellulose derivatives, karaya, malt soup extract, psyllium preparations, and dietary bran.
Stimulant Laxative: Indications, Side Effects, Warnings - Drugs.com
2024年3月19日 · Drug class: Laxatives. Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 19, 2024. Uses; Before taking; Warnings; Dosage; Side effects; Overdose; Uses of Stimulant Laxative: It is used to treat constipation. What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Stimulant Laxative?
List of 8 Opioid-Induced Constipation Medications Compared
Compare risks and benefits of common medications used for Opioid-Induced Constipation. Find the most popular drugs, view ratings and user reviews.
List of Antidiarrheals - Drugs.com
Antidiarrheals are the name given to certain types of medicines that stop or slow diarrhea. Antidiarrheals only relieve the symptoms of diarrhea, such as an increased frequency and urgency when passing stools, they do not eliminate the cause of it.
List of Proton Pump Inhibitors + Uses, Side Effects - Drugs.com
2023年4月17日 · Gastrointestinal effects (such as abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, flatulence, nausea, or vomiting) Light-headedness; Magnesium or vitamin B12 deficiency (usually only with long-term administration) Rash; Tongue discoloration or taste disturbances. For a complete list of side effects, please refer to the individual drug monographs.
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