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Side effect(s) of Senna


Review the side-effects of Senna as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

  Heart
- Palpitations.

  Central Nervous System
- Dizziness and fainting.

  Gastrointestinal
- Excessive bowel activity, abdominal bloating, flatulence and abdominal cramping.

  Miscellaneous
- Sweating and weakness.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Senna

Senna(Black Draught) generic is a stimulant laxative, prescribed for constipation. It works by softening the stool and increasing water content to allow easier passage of the stool.


Trade Names for Senna

India :


International :


Black Draught, Dr Caldwell Laxative, Ex-Lax Chocolated, Ex-Lax Maximum Relief Formula, Ex-Lax Regular Strength Pills, Fletchers Castoria, Innerclean, Pedia-Lax, Perdiem Overnight, Senexon, Senna, Senna Lax, Senna Smooth, Senna Soft, Senna-gen, Senokot, Senokot Extra, SenokotXTRA, SenoSol, SenoSol-X
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