Oral
Sennosides
Senna
Generally combined with docusate (coloxyl)
- Mechanism of Action
- Promotes gastric motility by stimulating secretion of electrolytes and water into the gut.
Clinical Use
- Indication
- Treatment of severe constipation
- Adverse Effects
- Abdominal cramps
- Hypokalaemia (with prolonged use)
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