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- noun medicine A
stimulant laxative typically prescribed for relief ofconstipation and for the management of neurogenic bowel dysfunction
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Examples
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For more stubborn cases, as can occur in seniors with aging bowels, the occasional use of a stimulant laxative such as bisacodyl (Correctol, Dulcolax, and generic) may be necessary.
When the going gets tough: Constipation causes and treatments 2008
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Stimulant laxatives - These laxatives contain an irritant, such as bisacodyl, that stimulates the lining of the bowel, causing increased contractions.
The Four Types of Laxatives: How Each Works and the Risks they Pose 2008
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For more stubborn cases, as can occur in seniors with aging bowels, the occasional use of a stimulant laxative such as bisacodyl Correctol, Dulcolax, and generic may be necessary.
When the going gets tough: Constipation causes and treatments 2008
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Sodium phosphate solutions (Visicol and OsmoPrep) may increase your risk of kidney damage, so ask your doctor to prescribe products that contain polyethylene glycol, either alone (GoLytely) or combined with bisacodyl (sold separately, or in combination as HalfLytely).
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Our report cautions against the long-term use (beyond a few days) of the laxatives senna (Ex-Lax, Senokot) and bisacodyl (Correctol, Dulcolax).
Best bet for long-term constipation is an over-the-counter drug 2008
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Medical experts say that the ingredients that can be extremely harsh include phenolphthalein, bisacodyl, castor oil, senna, and cascara sagrada.
The Four Types of Laxatives: How Each Works and the Risks they Pose 2008
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Our report cautions against the long-term use (beyond a few days) of the laxatives senna (Ex-Lax, Senokot) and bisacodyl (Correctol, Dulcolax).
Best bet for long-term constipation is an over-the-counter drug 2008
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Polyphenolics and other stimulant laxatives: bisacodyl, sodium picosulphate, castor oil Faecal lubricants: arachis oil enema, docusate sodium enema
PLoS Medicine: New Articles Salomone Di Saverio et al. 2009
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