Medindia LOGIN REGISTER
Medindia

Laxatives


ICD Code - Y53.4

Bisacodyl


This medication is a stimulant laxative, prescribed for constipation.

Lubiprostone


This medication is a chloride channel activator, prescribed for chronic constipation and irritable bowel syndrome.

Magnesium Hydroxide


This medication is an antacid, prescribed for hyperacidity.

Advertisement

Methylnaltrexone Bromide


This medication is a mu-opioid receptor antagonist, prescribed for constipation caused by opioid medicines.

PEG-3350 and Minerals


This medication is a bowel cleansing solution, prescribed for cleansing of the colon before colonoscopy.

Psyllium


This medication is a fiber laxative, prescribed for irritable bowel syndrome, and constipation.

Advertisement

Senna


This medication is a stimulant laxative, prescribed for constipation.

Sodium Picosulphate


This medication is a contact laxative, prescribed for constipation.

Sorbitol


This medication is a hyperosmotic laxative used to treat occasional constipation.

Advertisement

Stool softener


This medication is a type of laxative, prescribed for constipation.

Advertisement
Drugs A-Z
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Get Health and Wellness Secrets from Our Engaging eBooks
Stay Connected
Available on the Android Market Available on the App Store