But before you begin to worry (or resort to over-the-counter laxatives), consider these common causes of constipation and their remedies. Lack of Fiber If you haven't pooped in a few days and also aren't eating any vegetables, your body may be deficient infiber. That's right — you c...
Opioid pain medications, which are most prescription pain medications, can cause severe constipation.2Stool softeners are often recommended with pain medications after surgery. If you routinely use laxatives to have a bowel movement rather than altering your diet, you may find that you need more an...
Constipation and Diarrhea Try anti-diarrheal medicines or use laxatives and stool softeners for constipation. You can get them over the counter or by prescription. Always talk to your doctor before you take them. Other habits can also keep bathroom troubles at bay. For constipation, try high-fi...
However, they often eat in binges before attempting to purge their body of food by throwing up or taking laxatives. Bulimics often feel they can’t control their food intake. Unlike anorexics, they may have a normal body weight. People with eating disorders feel severe side effects: Mental ...
For healthcare professionals Applies to bisacodyl:compounding powder, oral delayed release tablet, oral tablet, rectal enema, rectal suppository. General adverse events ENEMA: The most commonly reported side effects included abdominal discomfort, faintness, mild cramps, and rectal burning. ...
There are several OTC options to consider for relieving constipation that comes with IBS, including: Magnesium: Magnesium is a mineral and a natural laxative that can relax intestinal muscles and attract water to soften the stool.6 Laxatives: Severaltypes of laxativesare available that work in diff...
Aloe vera for constipation Aloe vera juice and aloe latex are promoted as a treatment for constipation. Aloe contains substances (such as barbaloin) that act as laxatives. Barbaloin increases the amount of water in the intestine, which could make poop easier to pass and help digested foods mov...
constipation, especially in children. Enemas fill the colon and act as a stimulus for a bowel movement; therefore, some people regard enemas as more natural than laxatives. It is not normal to rely on laxatives or enemas to have a bowel movement. See your doctor or health care professional ...
Common with antihistamines, blood pressure medications, chemotherapy, and laxatives.Prevention and management strategies:Drink fluids. Cooled or iced fluids may go down easier Eat moist foods such as fruits, vegetables, and soups Regularly moisturize skin and apply lip balm Apply balm to the lips to...
Since constipation is the most common symptom among these patients, most families and some gastroenterologists try to control and alleviate the symptoms of the disease by using laxatives. Because of ignorance about the existence of this multifaceted disease especially in children due to the inability ...