IT IS DIFFERENT
polye
thylene
glycol
3350
Polyethylene Glycol 3350 is an osmotic laxative. It retains water in the stool making it soft or easier to pass. You should not use this medicine if you have a bowel obstruction or intestinal blockage. It could have dangerous or life-threatening side effects. Do not use polyethylene glycol 3350 more than once per day. Call your doctor if you are still constipated after using this medication for 7 days in a row or if you have signs like difficulty in breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Other side effects are diarrhea, nausea, stomach cramps and flatulence. Patients with kidney disease should consult with their doctor before using this product. People who have used it have reported some allergic reactions such as Hives and skin rashes.
Bisacodyl can be habit-forming. Long-term use can make your body depend on the laxative for regular bowel movements. Side effects caused by bisacodyl include stomach discomfort, nausea, cramping, faintness, diarrhea, fluid or electrolyte depletion and gastrointestinal irritation. It is recommended to avoid taking this medicine within 1 hour of consuming dairy products as lactose can destroy the protective coating on the tablets and increase stomach problems. one should never take this product for longer than 7 days. Consult a Doctor if you dont have a bowel movement within 12 to 24 hours of consuming it. Bisacodyl based laxatives should be avoided by patients with Gastroenteritis.
bisacodyl
leaf
senna
powder
Sometimes used as a flavoring agent in foods, beverages, processing of some sunscreen lotions, Cascara Sagrada contains chemicals that stimulate the bowel movement in the body. FDA guidelines manufacturers to sell it is only as a “Dietary Supplement” and not as a “Medicine”.People with gastrointestinal disorders such as intestinal obstruction, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, appendicitis, stomach ulcers or random stomach pains etc. avoid consuming cascara Sagrada. Long term use can cause more serious side effects like dehydration, low levels of potassium, sodium, chloride, and other “electrolytes” in the blood, which can easily lead to heart problems and muscle weakness.
husk
psyllium
powder
Psyllium Husk Powder, also used as a Laxative, is a bulk-forming agent. It absorbs water in the intestine and swells, forming a bulky stool.This product must be taken with plenty of water so that it will not swell in the throat causing choking. Using it regularly for long may cause the inflammation of nose or skin caused by an allergy, itching, pink eye, rash and intestine blockage.One needs to take it several hours apart from any existing medications as it reduces the salt absorption present in the medicines. Psyllium Husk powder usually take 12 to 72 hours to get fully absorbed in the body and start showing its effects. If your constipation levels do not lower down in about 7 days then stop taking it and consult a doctor.
Cascara
Sagrada
When taken for more than 2 weeks, Senna Leaf Powder can be harmful for our digestive track as It may stop the bowel moment to function properly. If taken in a higher dosage it can change the balance of important chemicals in the blood (called electrolytes) that may even lead to heart function disorders, muscle weakness, liver damage etc. It may lead to severe diarrhea, one might suffer nausea or faintness due to a sudden loss of water from the body. People with medical conditions like Intestinal obstruction, Ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, Appendicitis should avoid using it because electrolyte disturbances might make heart disease even worst.
When we consume Laxatives based on MCT Oils, we are consuming fats and adding calories to our daily diet. Regular use of MCT oil may result in gaining extra pounds to your body weight. These are not a complete natural product as they are being made from the versions of food oil. These oils primary processed in the body through Liver. Avoid taking MCT oil if you have liver problems. Diabetes patients should not consume it as it can cause certain chemicals called Ketones to build up in the body. Also, Taking MCTs without food might leave some side effects like diarrhea, vomiting, irritability, nausea, stomach discomfort, intestinal gas, essential fatty acid deficiency, and others.
mct oil
probiotics
Probiotics are generally safe but they have their own side effects. The most of them are gas, bloating and constipation. Occasionally, one may develop a headache post its consumption as they contain contain amines. Some probiotics can produce histamine within the digestive tract. Those with histamine intolerance may have symptoms similar to an allergic reaction. Probiotic supplements can contain allergens, lactose or prebiotic fibers that may cause adverse reactions in some if they are intolerenat to any of these. People with compromised immune systems, venous catheters, recent surgery, acute pancreatitis or prolonged hospitalizations should avoid taking probiotics.
Consuming Flaxseed may result in smooth bowel movements for some but it has its own gastrointestinal side effects such as bloating, gas, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, stomachache and nausea. Not to be taken while pregnant as it can affect the hormones production in the body. Flaxseed may increase the chances of bleeding. So avoid consuming it if you are on certain medications like blood thinners. Also, it can lower one' s blood pressure and blood sugar levels. It is not advisable for the people trying to reduce body fat percentage as there is a concern that partially Defatted Flaxseed may spark triglyceride (blood fat) levels in the body.
flaxseed
licorice
Pregnant and breast feeding women are advised by FDA to avoid Licorice in all forms. Also, it can disturb the mensuration cycle. It is not advisable to to take Licorice for those having heart problems. Licorice can raise blood pressure or may increase the risk of irregular heartbeat. It can cause the body to store excess water, and this can make congestive heart failure even worse. One should avoid consuming licorice products if you already have a low level of potassium as it can cause the potassium levels in the in the blood to drop. The way it functions in the body, it results in increased levels of estrogen and decreases the testosterone levels in men. Men suffering from occasional ED (erectile dysfunction) should avoid taking it. not to mention that overuse of licorice could make kidney disease worse.