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docusate

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docusate /doc·u·sate/ (dok´u-sāt) any of a group of anionic surfactants widely used as emulsifying, wetting, and dispersing agents; the calcium, potassium, and sodium salts are used as stool softeners.
docusate
[dok′yo̅o̅sāt]
a stool softener. Also called dioctyl calcium sulfosuccinate, dioctyl potassium sulfosuccinate, dioctyl sodium sulfosuccinate.
indication It is prescribed in the treatment of constipation.
contraindications Signs or symptoms of appendicitis, concomitant administration of mineral oil, or known hypersensitivity to the drug prohibits its use.
adverse effects No serious adverse reactions are known.
docusate [dok´u-sāt]
any of a group of anionic surfactants widely used as emulsifying, wetting, and dispersing agents.
docusate calcium an ionic surfactant used as a stool softener.
docusate potassium an anionic surfactant used as a stool softener; administered orally.
docusate sodium an ionic surfactant used as a stool softener.
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It also contains a gentle stool softener known as docusate sodium.
PreNexa by Nutraceuticals World
One recent published study assessed the validity of psyllium as a remedy for constipation versus docusate sodium, a synthetic, anionic laxative that is also marketed as a cure for constipation, and psyllium was shown to be a faster and a more consistent remedy for constipation by increasing water content.
Psyllium Is Effective for Easing Constipation by Paul Rodgers / Food/cooking/nutrition community
docusate sodium and calcium) * Prokinetic agent: erythromycin * Enemas: phosphate enema and sodium citrate enema) Nonpharmacologic Interventions * Activity or increased mobility * Aromatherapy, massage therapy, and aromatherapy massage * Biofeedback * Dietary fiber * Fresh baker's yeast * Herbal supplements * Paraffin * Seeds dils or arachisoil * Stercullia (type of fiber) Note.
Put evidence into practice to prevent and manage constipation in ... by Oestreicher, Pamela / ONS Connect
 
 
 
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