How many senokot s do I take?
DIRECTIONS
| Age | Starting Dosage | Maximum Dosage |
|---|---|---|
| Adults and children 12 years of age and over | 2 tablets once a day | 4 tablets twice a day |
| Children 6 to under 12 years | 1 tablet once a day | 2 tablets twice a day |
| Children 2 to under 6 years | ½ tablet once a day | 1 tablet twice a day |
| Children under 2 years | ask a doctor | ask a doctor |
Is senokot a gentle laxative?
Senokot® Regular Strength tablets provide gentle, overnight relief from occasional constipation which may be associated with travel, stress, or dietary changes. Senokot® can be taken at bedtime and generally helps relieve symptoms in 6-12 hours.
How many senokot s can I take in a day?
Use over-the-counter Senokot-S which is a combination of Senna and a stool softener. Take 2 tablets every night at bedtime. If you continue to be constipated the next day, add over-the-counter Miralax (polyethylene glycol) one dose a day.
Is it safe to take senokot s everyday?
Do not take this medication for more than 7 days unless directed by your doctor. Serious side effects may occur with overuse of this medication (see also Side Effects section). It may take 6 to 12 hours before this medication causes a bowel movement.
How much water should I drink for constipation?
On top of drinking plenty of regular water — about eight 8-ounce servings each day — try sipping on lemon water too. The citrus may help stimulate your colon. And some studies show that drinking warm water in the morning can help break down foods.
Can drinking too much water affect your bowels?
When you have too much water in the body, the kidneys can’t remove the excess liquid. It starts collecting in the body, leading to nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
How come when I poop it gets stuck?
Fecal impaction is a severe bowel condition in which a hard, dry mass of stool becomes stuck in the colon or rectum. This immobile mass will block the passage and cause a buildup of waste, which a person will be unable to pass.