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At 12 I wouldn't mess with laxatives unless they were prescribed by a doctor.
However, Prune Juice can loosen the bowels, and I think a herbal shop would sell senna pods to a 12 year old. But laxatives should only be taken when you are constipated.
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How old to buy laxatives?
You cannot buy laxatives upfront if you are a minor or if you are below 18.
How long does exlax last?
Laxatives (or purgatives) are foods, compounds, or drugs taken to induce bowel movements or to loosen the stool, most often taken to treat constipation. Certain stimulant, lubricant, and saline laxatives are used to evacuate the colon for rectal and bowel examinations, and may be supplemented by enemas in that circumstance. Sufficiently high doses of laxatives will cause diarrhea. Laxatives only work to hasten the elimination of undigested remains of food in the large intestine and colon
What is laxatives and diuretics?
laxatives make you poo and diuretics make you pee.
Do laxatives affect Depo-Provera?
Laxatives do not affect Depo Provera. Since it doesn't get into your digestive tract, it won't even know the laxatives are there.
Who invented laxatives?
Laxatives are very helpful when a person needs to relieve themselves. The first medical laxatives were invented by a Dr. C. B. Fleet.
How do you spike a drink with laxatives?
Spiking a drink with laxatives can lead to a charge of assault or battery.
Will laxatives interfere when im on my period?
It is all right to take laxatives when you are having your period.
Are laxatives bad for you?
no
Can laxatives cause miscarriage if you are one week pregnant?
You can safely use mild laxatives when pregnant.
What are contraindications of laxatives?
Some contraindications for laxatives are: Rectal bleeding, vomiting, appendicitis, and abdominal pain.
Can laxatives stop your period?
No, taking laxatives will not stop your period. Your period is determined by your menstrual cycle, taking laxitives has no effect on your cycle at all.
Are laxatives effective for weight loss?
Laxatives are not effective for weight loss, if anything it will harm you. It is not safe to use laxatives, you should use a diet or exercise and also see a doctor.
