Definition of Laxatives. Meaning of Laxatives. Synonyms of Laxatives

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Definition of Laxatives

Laxative
Laxative Lax"a*tive, a. [L. laxativus mitigating, assuaging: cf. F. laxatif. See Lax, a.] 1. Having a tendency to loosen or relax. --Milton. 2. (Med.) Having the effect of loosening or opening the intestines, and relieving from constipation; -- opposed to astringent. -- n. (Med.) A laxative medicine. See the Note under Cathartic.

Meaning of Laxatives from wikipedia

- constipation. Laxatives vary as to how they work and the side effects they may have. Certain stimulant, lubricant, and saline laxatives are used to evacuate...
- by **** and within twelve hours when given by mouth. It is a weaker laxative than bisacodyl and castor oil. Common side effects of senna glycoside include...
- effective, laxatives of the bulk-forming agent, osmotic agent, stool softener, or lubricant type may be recommended. Stimulant laxatives are generally...
- osmotic laxatives can be used to soften the stool by increasing the water content until the stool is soft enough to be expelled. Osmotic laxatives such as...
- a contact laxative; it increases fluid and salt secretion. The action of bisacodyl on the small intestine is negligible; stimulant laxatives mainly promote...
- Sodium picosulfate A06AB09 Bisoxatin A06AB20 Contact laxatives in combination A06AB30 Contact laxatives in combination with belladonna alkaloids A06AB52 Bisacodyl...
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- Fletcher's Castoria, now known as Fletcher's Laxative, is an oral syrup containing a stimulant laxative and ingredients to soothe the stomach. It is a...
- certain laxatives. The most common cause of melanosis coli is the extended use of laxatives, and commonly anthraquinone containing laxatives such as senna...
- Andrews Liver Salts was a laxative and antacid for mild stomach complaints. It was sold as a powder which is added to water and mixed, creating effervescence...