Laxative use increases with age and at times multiple agents are used to relieve symptoms of constipation. Currently the most commonly used laxative is stool softener but it lacks efficacy. From the review of literature, osmotic laxatives are effective in older adults and well tolerated. Psyllium,...
Stool softeners: Help to soften the stool by pulling water back into the colon; examples of which areColace(docusate) and Exlax (senna glycoside) Bulk-forming laxatives: Form a gel in the stool that allows it to hold more water and become larger; examples of which areMetamucil(psyllium) ...
Prolonged use of this drug may result in diarrhea with excessive water and electrolyte loss, especially potassium. Colic was treated with atropine derivatives.[Ref] Nervous system ENEMA:Frequency not reported: Faintness, syncope SUPPOSITORY:
long-term careprevalenceTo determine the prevalence of diagnosed constipation among nursing home patients; to assess the prevalence of routine (at least one time per week for 4 consecutive weeks) laxative use; and to investigate prescribing practices. A retrospective multi-center medical record ...
As a result,hormone replacement therapy (HRT)is generally recommended right after surgery until the typical age of natural menopause (around 51).13 In addition to easing the symptoms of surgical menopause, HRT reduces the risk of developing the long-term health conditions associated with early meno...