Senna glycoside

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Senna glycoside, also known as sennoside or senna, is a stimulant-laxative medication used to treat constipation and empty the large intestine. It is typically given for acute constipation, in preparation for bowel surgery or exam, or for prevention of constipation in those taking opiates long term. The medication is taken orally (swallowed by mouth) or given by suppository via the rectum. It typically begins working in around 30 minutes when given by rectum and within six to twelve hours when given orally. It is a weaker laxative than bisacodyl and castor oil. Common side effects of senna glycoside include nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, and flatulence. While no harm has been found to result from use while breastfeeding, such use is not typically recommended. It is not typically recommended in children. Senna may change urine to a pink-red or brown-black color. Senna derivatives are a type of stimulant laxative and are of the anthraquinone type. While its mechanism of action...

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