Stimulant laxatives (patient information): Template:Drug header Stimulant laxatives are used to treat constipation or before rectal or bowel examinations or surgery. They work by increasing the movement in your bowel. (Patient information) [100%] 2023-12-28 [Gastrointestinal Drugs]
Laxative: In medicine, laxatives are "agents that produce a soft formed stool, and relax and loosen the bowels, typically used over a protracted period, to relieve constipation". Example includes dietary fiber. [100%] 2023-01-27
Laxative: Laxatives, purgatives, or aperients are substances that loosen stools and increase bowel movements. They are used to treat and prevent constipation. (Chemistry) [100%] 2023-01-31 [Laxatives] [Gastroenterology]...
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