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Nonprescription laxatives for constipation: Use with caution
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Before trying laxatives
How laxatives relieve constipation
Combination laxatives: Check labels carefully
Risks of laxative use
Take laxatives with caution
Before trying laxatives
How laxatives relieve constipation
Combination laxatives: Check labels carefully
Risks of laxative use
Take laxatives with caution
Take laxatives with caution
Using laxatives incorrectly can cause serious health conditions. If you need laxatives to have a bowel movement, talk to your healthcare team. They will guide you on how to slowly withdraw from them. This should restore your colon's natural ability to contract.
