answersLogoWhite

0

What do hyperosmotic laxatives do?

Updated: 9/28/2023
User Avatar

GaleEncyofSurgery

Lvl 1
13y ago

Best Answer

hyperosmotic laxatives are glycerin and lactulose (Chronulac, Duphalac), both of which act by holding water within the intestine.

User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: What do hyperosmotic laxatives do?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

Are saltwater fish hyperosmotic or hypoosmotic?

Saltwater fish are hypoosmotic.


What is the condition in which the number o water molecules is higher outside the cell?

Hyperosmotic


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.


Are the terms ''hypertonic'' and ''hyperosmotic'' same?

No. Hypertonic can be seen as hypo-osmotic and same for hypotonic and hyper-osmotic


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.


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.


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.