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Contraindication for Using Lubricant Laxatives

Patient was educated on contraindication for using lubricant laxatives as follows: Individuals with swallowing difficulty can aspirate while swallowing this medication. Exercise extreme caution while lubricant laxatives are being swallowed. Lubricant laxatives should be avoided in individuals taking blood thinners, such as Warfarin and Plavix. These laxatives have the tendency to decrease the absorption of vitamin K in the intestines. This can increase the risk for extra thinning of the blood, contributing to episodes of [...]

Side Effects of Using Lubricant Laxatives-2

Patient was educated on the side effects of using lubricant laxatives as follows: Pruritus Ani Seepage of the lubricant laxative from the anus, especially if taken in higher doses, can result in itching and irritation of the skin around the anal orifice. This can sometimes progress to anal lesions that are difficult to heal and get repeatedly infected, which is a bothersome complaint. Poor absorption of other medication Lubricant laxatives can reduce the absorption of [...]

Side Effects of Using Lubricant Laxatives-1

Patient was educated on the side effects of using lubricant laxatives as follows: Nausea and vomiting Nauseating sensation with feeling of vomiting is a very frequent side effect of lubricant laxatives, as they usually are taken empty stomach. Malnutrition Prolonged use of lubricant laxatives can result in reduced absorption of essential vitamins and minerals from the intestines and can lead to deficiency of fat soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K. Diarrhea Lubricant laxatives sometimes [...]

How to Take Lubricant Laxatives

Patient was educated on how to take lubricant laxatives as follows: Take the lubricant laxative by measuring it with a proper measuring spoon to avoid overdosing on the medication. Mix the lubricant laxative thoroughly in a cup with about one ounce of water or fruit juice before drinking it. Drink one more ounce of water after swallowing the lubricant laxative, to wash it down to the site where it acts, the intestines. Lubricating laxatives take [...]

Lubricant Laxatives and Mechanism of Action

Patient was educated on lubricant laxatives and their mechanism of action as follows: Lubricant laxatives are slimy and coat the inner lining of the intestines making the intestinal wall slippery. This prevents the stool sticking to the inner lining of the intestines, which contributes towards preventing slow movement of the stool along the intestines. Water is gradually absorbed from the stool, as it travels along the intestines, making the stool dry and harder. Coating of [...]