The sound of a dog constantly scratching or licking can be as irritating as nails on a chalkboard. But donât blame your pooch for these bad habits -- a skin condition is probably the culprit. Possible causes range from parasites to allergies to underlying illness.
Licorice root extract is used in alternative medicine as a laxative, a diuretic and an anti-inflammatory agent. It is also used to treat gastric ulcers, respiratory problems such as asthma and bronchitis and skin conditions such as eczema and canker sores.
The doctor may advise you to take laxatives if you have medical conditions that may be worsened by straining. These conditions include heart disease, hemorrhoids and hernia rupture. Laxatives are also used to evacuate your bowel before you undergo lower abdominal medical procedures such as colonoscopy. Oral laxatives should be taken one or two hours after meals. Different types of oral laxatives include bulk-forming laxatives, saline laxatives, lubricant laxatives and stimulant laxatives. Oral laxatives should be taken after meals with a full glass of cold water or juice, according to Drugs.com.