Laxative

• abstract: Laxatives (purgatives, aperients) are foods, compounds and/or drugs taken to loosen the stool, most often taken to treat constipation. Certain stimulant, lubricant and saline laxatives are used to evacuate the colon for rectal and/or bowel examinations, and may be supplemented by enemas under certain circumstances.

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