should an elderly woman who is constipated be given a Senna laxative pill, a suppository, benefiber, and a serving of Activia within a 3 hour period?
Drugs and the elderly?
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- 18 May 2010 by spacetwinkie
- Topics:
- benefiber, constipation, senna
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Added 18 May 2010:
And what could be the result after taking this combination?
Answers (2)
marjorie ...19 May 2010
Only if she can run fast. NO!! You should try one at a time for at least 24 hours and see what will work she can rupture her insides if she is to constipated and it comes out too hard or fast and all at once. Go slow. If she doesn't go soon I would contact her doctor to make sure there isn't a blockage preventing her from going. With the elderly you have to be very careful with everything there systoms are tired and weak sometimes. Hope this answers your question in time.
justgotho...20 May 2010
that is FAR too much for her to take. try a lose dose stool softener for a couple days. or increase her fiber intake, drink LOTS of water, at least 64oz a day. do not rely on laxatives, laxatives and the eldery is a touchy subject. consult her pcp for the best treatment options.
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