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In general, the safety and effectiveness of alternative medicines have not been scientifically proven [1] and remain largely unknown. [2] Beyond adverse effects from the herb itself, "adulteration, inappropriate formulation, or lack of understanding of plant and drug interactions have led to adverse reactions that are sometimes life threatening ...
Senna glycoside. Senna glycoside, also known as sennoside or senna, is a medication used to treat constipation and empty the large intestine before surgery. [1] [5] The medication is taken by mouth or via the rectum. [1] [6] It typically begins working in around 30 minutes when given by rectum and within twelve hours when given by mouth. [3]
Laxative. Glycerin suppositories used as laxatives. Laxatives, purgatives, or aperients are substances that loosen stools [1] and increase bowel movements. They are used to treat and prevent constipation . Laxatives vary as to how they work and the side effects they may have. Certain stimulant, lubricant, and saline laxatives are used to ...
Give kiwi and prunes a try. There's research to suggest that two fruits in particular — kiwi and prunes — contain compounds that alleviate constipation, Gupta says. They don't even have to be ...
Sulpiride, sold under the brand name Dogmatil among others, is an atypical antipsychotic (although some texts have referred to it as a typical antipsychotic) [10] medication of the benzamide class which is used mainly in the treatment of psychosis associated with schizophrenia and major depressive disorder, and is sometimes used in low dosage to treat anxiety and mild depression.
With continued use, steroids have dangerous side effects which include, but are not limited to: high blood pressure, diabetes, weight gain, osteoporosis, stomach ulcers, adrenal insufficiency ...
An antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity and is used to relieve heartburn, indigestion, or an upset stomach. [1] Some antacids have been used in the treatment of constipation and diarrhea. [2] Marketed antacids contain salts of aluminum, calcium, magnesium, or sodium. [2] Some preparations contain a combination of two salts ...
Loperamide. Loperamide, sold under the brand name Imodium, among others, [1] is a medication of the opioid receptor agonist class used to decrease the frequency of diarrhea. [5] [4] It is often used for this purpose in irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, short bowel syndrome [4] Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. [5]