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Precautions to be Exercised While Using Emollient Laxatives-2

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while using emollient laxatives as follows: Notify your doctor, if your constipation does not get any better or if it gets worse, while continuing to use the emollient laxatives. Do not increase the dose of laxative intake, to derive the desired effect of having a bowel movement, without consulting your doctor. These laxatives interfere with the absorption of many prescription medications. So, space the emollient laxatives out [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Using Emollient Laxatives-1

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while using emollient laxatives as follows: Do not use lubricant laxatives with emollients, such as, Colace. Concurrent use of both these laxatives can result in increased absorption of the lubricant laxatives into the body that get deposited in various vital organs, contributing to their inflammation. Discontinue using the emollient laxative, if you experience any abdominal pain or rectal bleed. Since these laxatives add large amounts of water [...]

Contraindication for Using Emollient Laxatives

Patient was educated on contraindication for using emollient laxatives as follows: Intestinal Strictures The emollient laxatives can occasionally cause intestinal blocks in individuals with intestinal strictures or adhesions from previous surgeries. So, these laxatives for the most part are contraindicated in such individuals. Abdominal pain and cramping These laxatives usually are contraindicated in individuals with undiagnosed abdominal pain and cramping, as these complaints can deteriorate further with laxative use. Rectal bleed Emollient laxatives are contraindicated [...]

Side Effects of Using Emollient Laxatives-2

Patient was educated on the side effects of using emollient laxatives as follows: Abdominal discomfort Emollient laxatives add more water to the stool and can give rise to an unpleasant bloating sensation, abdominal discomfort, and cramping. Bloating and gas production Emollient laxatives, especially the liquid forms, give rise to an unpleasant bloating sensation and flatulence. If these unpleasant symptoms are too bothersome, change in plan could be made by trying other laxatives. Rectal bleeding Emollient [...]

Side Effects of Using Emollient Laxatives-1

Patient was educated on the side effects of using emollient laxatives as follows: Nausea and vomiting Nauseating sensation with feeling of vomiting is a very frequent side effect of emollient laxatives, especially the liquid forms. So, taking them along with some fruit juice or soda can help to avoid the nausea. Diarrhea Emollient laxatives sometimes cause excessive laxative effect, resulting in diarrhea. This can result in excessive fluid and electrolyte loss, leading to dehydration. Dehydration [...]