Osmotic laxatives Among the laxatives that have the weakest effect but are very well tolerated are so-called osmotic (saline) laxatives (laxatives). Osmotic laxatives are not absorbed into the blood during intestinal transit. As a result, there is a larger number of particles in the stool, a process known as the development of osmotic pressure. Because … Osmotic laxatives | Laxatives
Suppositories Suppositories are also very popular if the bowel is to be emptied as quickly as possible and without major complications. Suppositories are inserted into the rectum, which is usually much more uncomfortable for the patient than a tablet that only has to be swallowed. Nevertheless, suppositories also have many positive effects. Firstly, there is … Suppositories | Laxatives
Chemical laxatives Chemical laxatives are substances that stimulate the intestine and are produced industrially. Chemical laxatives are mainly the so-called triarylmethane derivatives such as bisacodyl and sodium picosulfate. Bisacodyl is a substance that is only sparingly soluble in water and must first be absorbed from the intestine into the blood and from there into the … Chemical laxatives | Laxatives
