Senna-based laxatives are commonly prescribed to children by pediatricians, pediatric gastroenterologists and pediatric surgeons to treat constipation. In recent years, however, parents have had growing concerns that senna is not safe. Some believe these types of laxatives have dangerous side effects. Senna is a natural laxative made from the leaves and fruit of the senna plant. It works by increasing activity in the intestines to cause a bowel movement.
Senna-based laxatives are usually prescribed to children with constipation. This constipation could be the result of functional constipation persistent symptoms of difficult or infrequent bowel movements , anorectal malformations or other gastrointestinal conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome IBS. They found that just 2.
Ask a doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare provider if it is safe for you to use this product if you have ever had:. Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Some forms of senna are made for use by children. Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Constipation is the most common side effect of senna.
Less serious side effects may be more likely, and you may have none at all. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. Follow your healthcare provider's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.
Use Senokot Senna exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. When considering the use of herbal supplements, seek the advice of your doctor. If you choose to use senna, use it as directed on the package or as directed by your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare provider.
Do not use more of this product than is recommended on the label. Measure liquid medicine carefully. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device not a kitchen spoon. Do not use different formulations of senna such as tablets and liquid at the same time without medical advice.
Using different formulations together increases the risk of an overdose of senna. Senna may be unsafe when taken long-term or in high doses. Constipation can be caused by a number of things. Not eating enough fibre or not drinking enough fluid can cause constipation. Some conditions such as pregnancy can cause constipation, as can a lack of exercise or movement such as being ill in bed and some medicines.
Often, increasing the amount of fibre in your diet such as by eating more fruit, vegetables, cereals, and wholemeal bread and drinking plenty of water each day can effectively prevent or relieve constipation.
You could be recommended senna as a laxative to help relieve constipation if you cannot increase the fibre in your diet, or if this is insufficient. Senna works by encouraging the muscles in your bowel to move stools through your body. This helps you to go to the toilet. It usually has an effect within hours. It is available to buy without a prescription at pharmacies and other retail outlets. To make sure that this is the right treatment for you, before you start taking senna it is important that you speak with your doctor or a pharmacist if:.
Along with their useful effects, most medicines can cause unwanted side-effects although not everyone experiences them. The table below contains some of the ones which can occur with senna. You will find a full list in the manufacturer's information leaflet supplied with your medicine. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following continue or become troublesome. If you experience any other symptoms which you think may be due to senna, please speak with your doctor or pharmacist for further advice.
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