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Oct 2, 2023 22 min

Is Long-Term Stimulant Laxative Use Safe?

from Knowledgeable Provider Hosted by Jody Marks, MSN, AGACNP-BC, FNP-BC

We review the evidence, or rather the lack thereof. We also review the recently updated ACG/AGA guidelines for management of chronic idiopathic constipation in adults. Links: AGA/ACG Guideline on Chronic Idiopathic Constipation Management in Adults AFP Article on Pediatric Constipation Management Effect of Irritant Purgatives on the Myenteric Plexus in Man and the Mouse by Dr. Barbara Smith Pathology of Cathartic Colon by Dr. Barbara Smith Stimulant Laxatives for the Treatment of Chronic Constipation: Is It Time to Change the Paradigm? by Dr. Darren Brenner Myths & Misconceptions About Chronic Constipation by Dr. Steffan Mueller-Lissner et. al. Is Chronic Use of Stimulant Laxatives Harmful to the Colon? by Dr. Arnold Wald Boys of the Old Brigade performed by USAF Concert Band Support the show Want to get in touch? Email any time at [email protected].

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