Senokot for Constipation User Reviews (Page 4)

• Flo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 24, 2021

"The first time I took Senokot, it made me have a bowel movement within an hour but was okay. The second time I took one, all hell broke loose. I don't know if having IBS plays a part in it, but I get severely constipated and don't have bowel movements for up to a week sometimes. But I took the Senokot, and once again, within an hour, I was on the toilet. I had a bowel movement. And then another. And another. In total, 10 times since I've taken the pill over the course of the day. I have felt lightheaded all day and feel as though I am going to pass out every time I make my way to the toilet. I have barely eaten anything today just because my stomach is bothering me so much. Now trying to sleep, but paranoid that I might end up needing to go for another bowel movement soon as my stomach is making some crazy noises. I would rather be constipated, the side effects are not worth it. I have been lying in bed all day, unable to do anything. At least when I am constipated, I can still go on with my day to day."

• Day...
• July 19, 2021

"I actually would recommend this product when you feel uncomfortably bloated. I took/take one tablet at night if I feel the need with a mixed herbal tea. The next morning, you do need a bowel movement, and you do get some cramping, but if you don’t take more than you need, it’s bearable and relieving. Heed the warnings, though, if you think you might not tolerate this or you’re tempted to take more than you should - DON’T. You will be on the loo on and off with severe stomach cramping for hours and hours. I took 2 one night, and I could barely walk around town the next day, I was in so much pain with my stomach and feeling sick. Can have really horrible side effects, but if it’s needed, it’s needed."

• Ano...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 20, 2019

"I took Senokot, and it took about 9-10 hours for mine to start to work. When it did work, the experience itself is not the most comfortable, given slight cramps and a BM with a soft but foreign feeling consistency. However, it did get the job done, and I do not regret choosing this option. Would only recommend if constipation lasts for more than a couple of days, else, don’t put yourself through discomfort for nothing."

• Mom...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 31, 2018

"Ok, so I took two pills at 8 pm to help with some constipation I’d been having for a couple of weeks. Honestly, I didn’t really look into it before buying it. I’d never taken a laxative before and didn’t really think about how they work. So after I took the pills, I Googled it. The reviews scared me to death. They read, “explosive diarrhea, extreme cramping, vomiting... then more explosive diarrhea.” Not the stuff dreams are made of. I was so scared. The next day, I was to have a 7-hour car ride with family, and I thought for sure I’d be stopping and exploding diarrhea all day. I packed toilet paper, Imodium, and Advil. What I got were period-like cramps, I felt a little crappy, but no diarrhea. Thank God. About 11 hours after I took the pills, I had soft stool. Then about 20 hours later, I had a little diarrhea. Not explosive :) I would use it again, though. I felt a little crappy all day, but it didn't really do much for me."

• Rev...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 4, 2022

"Oh my God, how I wish I could go back in time. I took one tablet last night as I was quite badly constipated, and I regret it SO much. I have had a terrible sleep, with horrible abdominal pains (equivalent to my bad period cramps), cold shakes, and lightheadedness. I went to the bathroom when I could finally bear to move, and I am somehow more constipated than before - so bad that I actually collapsed/passed out on the toilet and have cut/bruised my eye. I am so, so scared as I’m only young and alone at Uni at the moment, and I genuinely feel like I may die, the pain is that bad. Please, I suffer from constipation often, and I would rather be constipated all those times than take this again. Don’t take it!"

• Sto...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 29, 2019

"My husband has been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and hasn’t had a bowel movement for 4 weeks. His oncologist said for him to take 2 Senokot in the morning and 2 in the evening, plus he’s taking Miralax. He still hadn’t poo’d, but tonight he was miserable, and it has led to bleeding. He has more chemo tomorrow, and I will let his oncologist know that this did not work for him. The Miralax is still a good thing, at least to me and my family."

• HIG...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 4, 2024

"Despite the bad reviews, I've used this medication four times now and had an excellent experience. I think the difference is you have to drink a lot of water before bed (you'll definitely wake up to pee) and drink lots when you wake up. There is a sense of urgency, although the defecating itself is not painful nor should it be. I think people don’t drink enough water and get bad cramps! I have chronic constipation (usually 5 days) and was prescribed Restorilax by my MD. When it didn’t work, I used this instead. Don’t overuse as it’ll lead to dependency!"

• Hat...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 4, 2018

"I couldn’t go to the toilet for more than a week (although I do suffer from constipation). I took Senokot at night, and the next day (around 3 pm) I had the urge to go. I went three times, roughly an hour apart, and ended up with diarrhea. I did feel relieved, but still a week later, I’m stuck again."

• ont...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 13, 2018

"Product works! (But beware) I bought Senokot to bring on vacation (time change messes with my bowels), and I was feeling a little backed up, so I decided to give it a try ahead of time to test the effectiveness. I only took 1 pill before bed, and as other comments said, I woke up around 2 a.m. with some slight cramping and discomfort but was able to fall back asleep. The next 2 days produced 5 movements and a lot of gas and cramping. Nothing excruciating, but certainly not comfortable. For someone with severe constipation, I'm sure this product is great, but for the occasional user, this is simply too strong."

• the...
• April 26, 2018

"This was the worst laxative I ever tried. I got such a terrible thunderclap migraine and suffered for 3 days. Horrible. Then, when I googled it and found I was not alone, why is it still on the market?"

• RHY...
• February 14, 2018

"Okay, I too at first had painful dry bowel movements, which I took as causing my constipation. The ones behind it were loose. (after taking Senokot) With me, it seemed like the ones behind it had to push the old dry ones out first. This might take a day or two with Senokot. Ever since taking Senokot, my movements have been loose. I have had constipation for years. I take two Senokot at night and sometimes one an hour after lunch."

• Ano...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 25, 2018

"I suffer with IBS-C (irritable bowel syndrome with constipation) and rarely will have a bowel movement naturally. I take Senokot-S every 3 days, and it consistently produces a bowel movement, but it varies how my body reacts to the medication. At times, I have to take two or three doses, and other times, it causes extreme cramps, nausea, and diarrhea after one dose. Unfortunately, any stimulant laxatives such as this cause “lazy bowel” and dependency issues. So, although effective, I would recommend starting with something different, such as Lax-A-Day, before turning to this medication."

• Lis...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 26, 2025

"After coming back from vacation, where my guts were not happy, I was 3 weeks of not having a decent BM. I felt awful and had a brutal headache. I read all the reviews, which had me concerned, but I was desperate. I’m 61 and weigh 125 (well, maybe 130 with the extra poop)."

• Jac...
• December 19, 2017

"Very helpful medication. I didn’t experience any pain along with it, despite all the previous comments. Just woke up and had to poo. I have IBS, and it helps a lot with my constipation (plus it doesn’t have a taste, unlike Laxaday)."

• Joe...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 4, 2021

"I was nervous to try Senokot after reading the reviews on this site, but I just wanted to post to say, if you have opioid-induced constipation, it's worth giving senna a try. I can't comment on constipation in general, but for OIC, Senokot worked perfectly for me. Took 2 tablets at night and another 2 in the morning. By the evening I was all cleared out with no side effects whatsoever."

• Do...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 24, 2022

"My fiancée took it around 10 pm, woke up at 7 am, and is constantly on and off the toilet, unable to pass anything until 20 minutes after, but before that, she was in such pain she was literally shaking. If you’re reading this after the fact, then have some still water, milk, yogurt, or chamomile tea. It should help and avoid spicy food and fizzy drinks."

• Cha...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 20, 2022

"I am a 26-year-old man who can handle a dodgy stomach. One Senokot and I suffered extreme stomach pain and watery poop like someone putting their finger over a hose. It was the worst! I took it at 11:15 pm, woke up at 4:30 am like a burst fire hydrant, then 7:30 am came the second wave. I had to work that day and turned up late. I was practically useless due to the diarrhea every hour. The stomach cramps were on and off constantly throughout it all and were terrible. The only reason for the second star is because it did work. It was just one of the most awful experiences of my life. Avoid at almost all costs unless it is your ONLY option!"

• Jus...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 7, 2017

"Took one the first night, got cramps and diarrhea, ate half the next night, was okay, half the third and nothing. Took one the next, got cramps and diarrhea. Took three-fourths of a tab for two nights straight, nothing, nothing. Took one the next night, STILL nothing."

• qwe...
• November 17, 2018

"I have gastric pain and diarrhea on Monday and Tuesday, so I decided to take Gaviscon and the condition still persists, but I am also constipated for about three days. I went to the hospital to check, the doctor said that I have GERD, so he gave me acid reflux meds and Senokot. I took it at 11 pm before sleep, took it 12 hours ago, and now it's 3 pm the next day. I'm down with diarrhea and dizziness, lost appetite, and any time I eat, I will need to go to the toilet. I hope this goes away soon. Works well for some, doesn't work for some."

• Jef...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 29, 2021

"This product is amazing! For years, I have had issues having a bowel motion and have spent lots of money trying different products. I have been taking Senokot for 2 weeks now, and I have gone every day! Take 2 gummies before bedtime, and the next morning I go! No cramps, icky taste, or stomach aches. This product really works. Thanks, Senokot!"

• Nic...
• August 14, 2019

"I took two of these for constipation and saw no results, nor did I have any bowel movement the first day. The next day, I took two again, and the floodgates opened, but it was severe stomach cramps for about an hour and then began to ease after my bowels had opened. Then I got up, and they started again. I took these maybe an hour or two before bed and woke up at 4:30 a.m. Bottom line, it works well but causes extreme discomfort in the process."

• Not...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 19, 2018

"Whoa. Ok, it will produce a bowel movement. But you ain't gonna like it. It will also produce cramps, gas, and an unpleasant feeling. Do not take this before going to work! I only took 2 pills and it hammered me. It is anything but gentle. Am throwing these out and sticking to stool softeners, no laxatives."

• Tee...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 8, 2021

"I am a small female, and I took 3 Senokot pills before bed, because taking just one in the past did not help at all. I had a bowel movement in the mid-morning, but very painful cramps on and off for the next several hours. Would not recommend because of that."

• Sen...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 31, 2022

"I used Senokot last night around 9:30 pm. I had eaten a lot of food that day and still didn’t have a bowel movement, so I took one of the laxatives and went to bed. I woke up the next morning with awful stomach cramps, and I didn’t know if it was from my period or from Senokot, so I went to use the bathroom, and everything came out. After that, the stomach cramps stopped. It’s now 11:15 am, and my stomach is just a tiny bit uncomfortable. I think it’s because I didn’t get everything out yet. But I didn’t have a terrible experience with it. I probably won’t use it again in case I get more of the other terrible side effects that I am terrified of."

• Jan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 10, 2022

"I took Senokot last night and was fine this morning, went to the bathroom, not diarrhea but close, and the cramps in my stomach are horrendous. I can hardly move, I had to go to bed, and I'm still here at 3 pm. I will never, ever use this product again!! I only took 1 tablet, and that was too many."