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[Laxatives and roughage].

P Walter, P Buchmann

    Schweizerische Medizinische Wochenschrift
    |April 7, 1984
    PubMed
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    Laxatives have limited uses, primarily for bowel preparation. Chronic constipation management should focus on high-fiber diets and bulk-forming agents like bran, not frequent laxative use.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Pharmacology

    Background:

    • Laxatives are commonly used but have specific indications.
    • Chronic constipation is a prevalent condition often mismanaged with laxatives.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline the appropriate use of laxatives and bulk-forming agents.
    • To differentiate indications for laxatives versus dietary interventions for constipation.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of pharmacological properties and clinical applications of laxatives.
    • Analysis of treatment strategies for chronic constipation.

    Main Results:

    • Laxatives are indicated mainly for diagnostic and operative bowel preparation.
    • Frequent laxative abuse is noted in chronic constipation cases.
  • High-roughage diets and bulkage (e.g., bran) are recommended for chronic constipation.

    • Conclusions:

    • Laxative use should be restricted to specific indications.
    • Dietary modification with bulk-forming agents is the preferred approach for managing chronic constipation.