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Is long-term use of laxatives harmful? - #52135
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For regular use of laxative (kayam) tab; is there any health problematic? The said tablet I have been using it for a long time
How long have you been using the laxative?:
- 6 months to 1 yearWhat symptoms do you experience if you miss a dose?:
- Severe constipationHave you made any dietary changes recently?:
- Yes, decreased fiber intakeDoctors' responses
Dr. Mali Shruti Yuvraj
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
115 days ago
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It’s not harmful, but your gut becomes dependent on the medicine. After sometime it also looses it becomes habituated and may not work also. Better reduce its use and try with different Panchkarma like virechana and basti. Along with diet modification.
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