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Laxative (purgatives, aperients) are substances that loosen stools and increase bowel movements. They are used to treat and prevent constipation. Laxatives vary based on how they work and the side effects they have. Certain stimulant, lubricant and saline laxatives are used to evacuate the colon for rectal and bowel examinations, and may be supplemented by enemas under certain circumstances. Sufficiently high doses of laxatives may cause diarrhea.
Before you consider laxatives, consider adding the following items to your diet to help prevent constipation: -leafy greens -nuts -plenty of water (at least 6-8 glasses daily) -prune juice These changes should be tried before laxatives, as laxatives can have some adverse effects on bowel function even long after taking them, can cause electrolyte abnormalities, or dehydration.