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What is Stool Softener? Stool softeners are used to relieve constipation by people who should avoid straining during bowel movements because of heart conditions, hemorrhoids, and other problems. They soften stools, making them easier to pass. Read more...Click to read more below


Reasons Taken

15 patients in the community are taking or have taken Stool Softener.

Reason # Patients Percentage of patients
Constipation 8 53%
General health 1 6%
Treat Parkinson's 1 6%

Dosages

Based on the patients currently taking Stool Softener.

  0 mg none 1 tps. day 1.21431 g week 2 mg day 37.5 mg day 100 mg day 250 mg day
  6 Number of Patients: 6 1 Number of Patients: 1 1 Number of Patients: 1 1 Number of Patients: 1 1 Number of Patients: 1 2 Number of Patients: 2 1 Number of Patients: 1  

Duration

How long current patients have been taking Stool Softener or how long patients were taking Stool Softener before stopping.

Currently taking Stool Softener

0-1 month 1-3 months 3-6 months 6 months-1year 1-2 years 2 years or more
2
1
2
4
2
2

Stopped taking Stool Softener

0-1 month 1-3 months 3-6 months 6 months-1year 1-2 years 2 years or more
0
1
0
0
0
1
Why Patients Stopped Taking Stool Softener (multiple reasons could be selected)
Reason # Patients Percentage of patients
Side effects too severe 1 50% Side effects too severe: 50%
Other 1 50% Other: 50%


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