How to treat constipation for an 82-year-old with no bowel movement for 4-5 days? - #54488

In old age, constipation is mainly due to Vata increase (Pakvashaya dryness) → causing hard, delayed stools.

1. Gentle medicine Triphala churna – ½ tsp at night with warm water If no relief → Gandharvahastadi castor oil (1–2 tsp in warm milk at bedtime, 2–3 times/week) Isabgol (psyllium husk) – 1 tsp with warm water at night (very safe) 2. Daily routine (must follow): Start morning with 1–2 glasses of warm water Take 1 tsp ghee in warm milk at night (lubricates intestines) Fixed toilet timing every morning (don’t suppress urge) 3. Diet (Vata-pacifying): Soft, warm, oily foods → khichdi, soups Add: ghee, soaked raisins, figs (anjeer) Avoid: dry food, biscuits, excess tea, cold food 4. Simple home remedy: Soak 5–7 munakka (raisins) overnight → eat in morning with water Important precautions Avoid strong/purgative medicines daily Ensure adequate water intake Check for medicines causing constipation (BP, painkillers etc.)

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According to Ayurveda, constipation at this age is usually due to Vata imbalance and slow bowel movement. ----Take Triphala churna 1 teaspoon with warm water at night daily. –You can also use Isabgol with warm water if needed. Drink warm water in the morning and include soft, fiber-rich food like fruits and cooked vegetables. Avoid heavy, dry, and fried foods. With regular use, bowel movements usually become daily and natural. – take Alkacip 1 teaspoon in ¼ glass lukewarm water twice daily. ----Drink warm water in the morning and include soft, fiber-rich diet like fruits and cooked vegetables. Avoid dry, heavy and fried foods. This helps restore regular daily bowel movements