Wednesday, March 06, 2013

Laxative for Constipation

Laxative
Comparison of constipation treatments
IBS irritable bowel syndrome, diarrhea and/or constipation 
-- Over-the-counter enzyme supplements (dairy products, beans)
-- enteric-coated peppermint oil capsules, psyllium fiber supplements 
-- probiotic supplements
non-fodmap diet sugar (Sucralose Splenda, Aspartame Equal NutraSweet, Saccharin Sweet'n Low) 

Fleet Bisacodyl Enema 10mg 30ml


Stimulants not for long term
Senokot (senna glycosides, sennosides)
* Dulcolax Laxative Tablets Bisacodyl 5mg

Hydrating agents (osmotics) 
Miralax Polyethylene Glycol PEG Macrogol
Phillips Magnesium hydroxide

Stool Softeners, Emollients for prevention, not for long term
* Docusate sodium 

Bulk-forming, comparison
Bran (insoluble fibre), Gamkaraya, Sterculia[Normacol], psyllium husk (Metamucil (soluble fiber)) [causing gas bloating, lowing cholesterol], methylcellulose (Citrucel), polycarbophil calcium (FiberCon), dietary fiber, apples (soluble fiber), broccoli, prunes (soluble fiber).

Fiber Foods Grouped by Fiber Content per Serving: beans (pinto, navy, kidney), all bran cereal, spinach, greens

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