How to use laxatives

Laxatives are drugs that help relieve constipation by increasing stool motility, bulk, and frequency. But when laxatives are misused or overused, they can cause problems, including chronic constipation. That's why it's important to know how to use laxatives correctly.

The best way to avoid constipation is to eat a healthy diet that includes plenty of fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole-grain products. Regular exercise and drinking the equivalent of at least eight 8oz cups of fluids daily can also help prevent constipation. The fluids can be not just water, but teas, soup and other forms of liquids.

Still, 85% of doctor visits for constipation result in a prescription for laxatives. If you do need to use laxatives, it's important to follow the instructions on the package carefully. Overuse of laxatives can lead to dependency and may actually make your constipation worse.

If you have any questions about how to use laxatives correctly, be sure to ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Some laxatives have been used to help people use weight. Unlike appetite suppressants and stimulants, natural laxatives often have fewer side effects.

Here are some tips on how to use laxatives safely and effectively:

- Take laxatives only when necessary. A healthy diet filled with fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole-grain products; regular exercise; and drinking the equivalent of at least eight 8oz cups of water daily can help prevent constipation in most people. The fluids can be not just water, but teas, soup and other forms of liquids.

- Use the laxative prescribed by your doctor. laxatives come in many forms, such as pills, liquids, suppositories, and enemas. Some laxatives work better for certain people than others. Your doctor can help you choose the laxative that's right for you.

- Follow the directions on the laxative package. Don't take more laxatives than recommended. Taking too much of a laxative can cause diarrhea, dehydration, and electrolyte imbalances.

- Be patient. It may take a day or two for the laxative to work. Don't take another dose of laxative unless directed by your doctor.

If you have any questions about how to use laxatives safely, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Some laxatives are available by prescription, but these are often the most powerful ones, and they carry the risk of increased side effects.

Natural laxatives are also available, and many people consider these both safer and more effective - not least because you can use them more often.

There are many different types of laxatives, so it's important to choose the right one for you. Here are some of the most popular laxatives:

- Fiber supplements: These add bulk to your stool and can help with both constipation and diarrhea. They're available over the counter in powder or pill form.

- Stool softeners: These make it easier to pass stool by adding moisture. They're available over the counter as liquids, capsules, or suppositories.

- Lubricant laxatives: These coat the stool and make it easier to pass. They're available over the counter as liquids or lubricating gels.

- Osmotic laxatives: These work by drawing water into the colon, making the stool softer and easier to pass. They're available over the counter as liquids or powders.

- Saline laxatives: These work by drawing water into the colon, which helps to soften the stool. They're available over the counter as tablets, powders, or suppositories.

- Stimulant laxatives: These stimulate contractions in the intestines, helping to move the stool along. They're available over the counter as liquids, powders, capsules, or suppositories.

If you're not sure which laxative is right for you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

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