What is Senna S used for?
Senna is used on a short-term basis to treat constipation. It also is used to empty the bowels before surgery and certain medical procedures. Senna is in a class of medications called stimulant laxatives. It works by increasing activity of the intestines to cause a bowel movement.
What is the difference between senna and Senna S?
Senna is a laxative. Senna S is a combination medicine used to treat occasional constipation. Senna S may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
How does a senna tablet work?
You could be recommended senna as a laxative to help relieve constipation if you cannot increase the fibre in your diet, or if this is insufficient. Senna works by encouraging the muscles in your bowel to move stools through your body. This helps you to go to the toilet. It usually has an effect within 8-12 hours.
What are side effects of senna?
Common side effects of senna include:
- Abdominal pain or discomfort.
- Cramps.
- Diarrhea.
- Electrolyte abnormalities, including low potassium (hypokalemia)
- Excessive bowel activity.
- Finger clubbing (long-term use)
- Melanosis Coli.
- Nausea.
How strong is Senna S?
Senna-S 8.6 mg-50 mg tablet.
Is senokot s the same as Senna-S?
Senna/docusate is an over-the-counter (OTC) product used to treat constipation. Senna/docusate is available under the following different brand names: PeriColace, Senna Plus, Senna-S, and Senokot-S.
Is it OK to take Senna-S every day?
Do not take this medication for more than 7 days unless directed by your doctor. Serious side effects may occur with overuse of this medication (see also Side Effects section). It may take 6 to 12 hours before this medication causes a bowel movement.
When should I take senna?
Take senna once a day at bedtime. You can take it with or without food. Senna takes about 8 hours to work. It’s usual to take it at bedtime so it works overnight.
Can you take senna daily?
Senna is possibly unsafe when used for longer than 1 week or in doses above 34.4 mg sennosides twice daily. Long-term use can cause the bowels to stop functioning normally and might cause dependence on laxatives. Long-term use can also cause liver damage and other harmful effects.
What is Senna s used for?
Written by Cerner Multum. What is Senna S? Docusate is a stool softener. Senna is a laxative. Senna S is a combination medicine used to treat occasional constipation. Senna S may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
What are the side effects of Senna s?
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using Senna S and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as: rectal bleeding; severe stomach pain, nausea, vomiting; or.
How should I take senna S?
Use this medication exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Take this medication with a full glass of water. It may be best to take this medication at night or at bedtime. Senna S should cause you to have a bowel movement within 6 to 12 hours.
How long does it take for Senna s to work?
Senna S should cause you to have a bowel movement within 6 to 12 hours. Do not take this medication for longer than 7 days in a row, unless your doctor tells you to. Call your doctor if your constipation does not improve or if it gets worse after taking Senna S. Store Senna S at room temperature away from moisture and heat.