Infant constipation: How is it treated? - Mayo Clinic
WEBFeb 17, 2022 — Offer your baby a small amount of water or a daily serving of 100% apple, prune or pear juice in addition to usual feedings. These juices contain sorbitol, a sweetener that acts like a laxative. Start with 2 to 4 ounces (about 60 to 120 milliliters), and experiment to determine whether your baby needs more or less. Baby food.
Constipation in children - Diagnosis & treatment - Mayo Clinic
WEBSep 18, 2021 — A laxative or enema. If an accumulation of fecal material creates a blockage, your child's doctor may suggest a laxative or enema to help remove the blockage. Examples include polyethylene glycol (GlycoLax, MiraLax, others) and mineral oil. Never give your child a laxative or enema without the doctor's OK and instructions on the proper dose.
Constipation in children - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBSep 18, 2021 — Constipation in children is a common problem. A constipated child has infrequent bowel movements or hard, dry stools.
Laxative (Oral Route) Description and Brand Names - Mayo Clinic
WEB3 days ago — This type of laxative has been said not to cause a bowel movement but instead allows the patient to have a bowel movement without straining. Combinations—There are many products that you can buy for constipation that contain more than one type of laxative. For example, a product may contain both a stool softener and a stimulant laxative.
Nonprescription laxatives for constipation: Use with caution
WEBJan 26, 2024 — Read labels carefully. If you're not sure whether a certain laxative is safe for you, ask a healthcare professional. Take the recommended dosage. Don't take more unless your doctor tells you otherwise. Complicating conditions. Laxative use can be dangerous if constipation is caused by a serious condition.
Laxative (Rectal Route) Description and Brand Names - Mayo Clinic
WEBJul 15, 2007 — Stool softeners (emollient laxatives—e.g., docusate) encourage bowel movements by helping liquids mix into the stool and prevent dry, hard stool masses. This type of laxative has been said not to cause a bowel movement but instead allows the patient to have a bowel movement without straining.
Laxative (Oral Route) Proper Use - Mayo Clinic
WEB3 days ago — Lactulose may not produce laxative results for 24 to 48 hours. Polyethylene glycol may not produce laxative results for 2 to 4 days. Saline laxatives usually produce results within 30 minutes to 3 hours following a dose. When a larger dose is taken on an empty stomach, the results are quicker.
Laxative (Rectal Route) Proper Use - Mayo Clinic
WEBProper Use. Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex® For safe and effective use of laxatives: Follow your doctor's orders if this laxative was prescribed.
Pregnancy constipation: Are stool softeners safe? - Mayo Clinic
WEBMay 28, 2022 — These products are unlikely to harm a developing baby because their active ingredient is only minimally absorbed by the body. Your health care provider might also recommend a laxative. Bulk-forming laxatives, such as psyllium (Metamucil, Konsyl, others) and polycarbophil (FiberCon, Equalactin, others) are typically considered safe to …
Breastfeeding and medications: What's safe? - Mayo Clinic
WEBAug 24, 2022 — If you notice any change in your baby's behavior, contact your child's health care provider. There is a problem with information submitted for this request. Review/update the information highlighted below and resubmit the form.