In general, a laxative is any medication that will cause a person to have a bowel movement. 1  Laxatives vary widely both in their form and in their effectiveness. Laxatives that are used before a colonoscopy, for example, are going to work quicker and with more vigor than ones that are used for a case of occasional constipation.
- Family and Medical Leave Act Advisor. Serious Health Condition. For purposes of FMLA, serious health condition means an illness, injury, impairment, or physical or mental condition that involves inpatient care or continuing treatment by a health care provider.
FMLA regulations similarly define what constitutes a serious health condition.. At the employee's or employer's option, certain kinds of paid leave may be substituted for unpaid leave. Note: The FMLA provides time off from work due to an employee's disability, while the NJFLA does not.