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You shouldn't eat for a while, because the laxatives will be trying to rid your body of whatever food and substance it has in the stomach. Eating soon after taking the laxatives would only complicate the process, and possibly make it more painful.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 15y agoYes. water should be taken with laxatives.
Using laxatives can cause excess loss of water and electrolytes. Excessive excretion of calcium and osteomalacia are also possible.
In patients who have no complications, laxatives are of secondary importance to a fiber-rich diet, adequate fluid intake, appropriate physical activity and other non-pharmacological means for the treatment and prevention of constipation.
Therefore, you want to give supportive care by supplementing patients who are taken laxatives with the water and nutrients they are loosing from the diarrhea caused by the laxatives.
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∙ 14y agoYes. You have to eat, or else the laxatives will have nothing to work on. Laxatives can be dangerous and bad for one's health, though, so use only when totally necessary.
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The best thing to do for constipation is to take laxatives?
Of course it is, if it is ok with your PCP and other physicians, if you follow instructions carefully, and if you do not become dependent on them. Your physicians should know about otc laxatives that you take, and about how you take them (frequency, dose, etc).
How long should you take laxatives to lose weight and do you even lose fat?
You should NOT take laxatives to lose weight as it is dangerous to your health. You don't lose fat by taking them, but you do lose valuable fluids and essential nutrients.
What should you do if you cant poop?
Take laxatives to increase and soften stool and bowl movements
How long can you use laxatives?
Extended use of laxatives makes the bowel muscles weak and flabby. You should only use them for a short time. Instead, eat 2 or 3 servings of fresh fruit per day along with fresh vegetables. When you arise in the morning, drink 2 glasses of water, and drink water all day. You can take 500-1000mg of vitamin C per day to help loosen things up.
Will laxatives interfere when im on my period?
It is all right to take laxatives when you are having your period.
How do you loose a stone in 5 days?
dont eat, excercise constantly, take laxatives and drink lots of water
What can i take to flush your body?
Laxatives
Who should not take laxatives?
A woman who is pregnant should never use a laxative. Neither should anyone who is experiencing abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting.
How many laxatives do bulimics take each day?
It depends on the person, some might not take any laxatives, and some might take way too many.
What helps you take massive poops?
Laxatives.
What are some good laxatives that work right away or at least in the range of 1-3 hours?
Most laxatives do work, but only to some extent. Usually, they help the body release stored waste and water. The weight lost is not actual weight. Also, laxatives can be very dangerous. They can cause permanent damage and even death. They should only be used in dire cases, and even then only all-natural laxatives should be used.
Do laxative pills work the same as liquid laxatives?
yes, they both work as the same. I take either one and they both do the job for me. It can depend on which "laxative" you are taking though. For instance Movicol and Sodium docusate are both "laxatives", one is a capule and one is a powder that dissolves in water. However they both work in different ways to facilitate bowel movements.
