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.
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Reasons taken & Efficacy
| Reasons taken | # of patients | Major | Moderate | Slight | None | Can’t tell | # of patients evaluated by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Constipation | 15 |
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1 | ||||
| General health | 2 | 0 | |||||
| Other | 1 | 0 | |||||
| Treat Parkinson's | 1 | 0 |
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Dosages
Top 10 dosages based on patients currently taking Stool Softener. See all 15 dosages ►
Stop Reasons
| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients | |
|---|---|---|---|
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Other
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2 | 29% |
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Doctor's advice
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1 | 14% |
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Side effects too severe
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1 | 14% |
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Not indicated
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1 | 14% |
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Patient Evaluations
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- ProfGumbySan
- Sex: M
- Mouth/throat: none
- Arms: none
- Chest: mild
- Legs: none
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- ProfGumbySan
- 100 mg daily
- since Mar 11, 2009
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Efficacy
Major
for Constipation
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Side Effects
None
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Report created on November 21, 2009.