Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while using lubricant laxatives as follows: Do not take the lubricant laxatives close to bedtime. Risk for aspiration is very high with lubricant laxatives, especially in lying down positions. Allow at least 2 to 4 hours after you take this laxative, before going to bed. Prolonged use of lubricant laxatives may result in one losing the natural urge of having a bowel movement. Try not to use [...]

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while using lubricant laxatives as follows: Lubricant laxatives interfere with the absorption of fat soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K. Also, they interfere with the absorption of many prescription medications. So, space the lubricant laxatives out by at least 2 hours from other medications. Individuals with swallowing difficulty can aspirate while swallowing this medication. Exercise caution while lubricant laxatives are being swallowed. Lubricant laxative is usually [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]