Senokot and Pain: What Users Say

• Blo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 25, 2020

For Constipation "Due to other medical issues, I have been dealing with long-term constipation and can sometimes go a week without a bowel movement. I have tried several medications and have found Senokot to be the most gentle. My experience is fairly carefree. I take the maximum dose and have not experienced any nausea. I have had some random pains but they never last long, and find myself passing gas after taking a dosage. The end product is successful. Make sure to drink lots of fluids with and after your dose. It makes a huge difference! Also, for comparison, a while ago I tried Dulcolax and it was a nightmare. I felt so nauseated and actually vomited. Groaned and convulsed in pain for hours. Senokot did not give me any problems! This just proves everyone’s body reacts differently to products."

• Bun...
• October 2, 2020

For Constipation "DO NOT TAKE Senokot!! I took two pills last night at around 11pm. This morning, I woke up and had a decent bowel movement but around 11am, I was struck with EXTREME abdominal cramps. They were/are so bad that I couldn’t breathe or talk. I could barely even scream (I have a very good pain tolerance when it comes to things like this). Please, for the love of god, use some Miralax, Dulcolax, magnesium citrate, anything but this. I will never take Senokot ever again. The only redeeming factor was I was able to go to the bathroom, but I’d 100% rather be constipated. It’s currently 3 p.m., and the extreme pain is still on and off."

• Ber...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 19, 2021

For Constipation "I had a terrible experience with this drug. The worst stomach cramps I’ve ever had. Chills and nausea too. 15 hours later I feel wiped out and doubled over in pain still. My legs and calves cramped also all night and are still cramping. I would never take this again and I urge caution before taking this."

• Mis...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 27, 2020

For Constipation "I have chronic constipation due to daily medications. I use the Senokot-S. I take the higher dosage once a week and follow up the next day with 2 in the morning and 2 at night. It gently works for me, no cramps, no pain, just relief. I may have additional BM for three days after the dosing, but that is what I want. Check with your doctor about what is best for you."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 11, 2021

For Constipation "I took this once a while ago, and it was great, no pain and relief. Because I had a good experience, the next time I was constipated, I was relieved to know I could take one... VERY different experience second time around. The extreme pain and cramping started about 16 hours after taking. I've had 4 children, and the cramps felt like labor pains. I had nausea and weakness. Almost 24 hours later, my stomach is bloated, I'm exhausted, and while I've gone to the bathroom, I have not had a good bowel movement yet. I will never take it again."

• Mai...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 3, 2022

For Constipation "I took one tablet as I had felt constipated for several days. Shortly after taking it, I was in a serious condition, doubled over in pain much worse than labor pain, I thought I was going to die. I screamed with the pain of each contraction. This went on all night and for several hours after. I was in a cold sweat and sat on the toilet screaming all night. I did not want my young daughter to be frightened, so I kept the door shut and used the toilet downstairs. I felt completely exhausted and wrecked for days afterward, as if I had been through a baby's labor. I wanted to call an ambulance, but was in too much pain to move from the toilet. I have never experienced pain like this and have had long labors with three babies weighing 10 lbs. This was unbearable and the pain was 10 out of 10. I have not gotten over it, it was terrifying. I thought I was going to die. Please do not take this poison."

• Fee...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 10, 2018

For Constipation "This worked really well for me. I was completely constipated for two weeks, and had tried Milk of Magnesia and Dulcolax with no effect at all. My Dr. recommended Senokot, and I took 1 of the Extra Strength at bedtime. It took 12 hours for me, but then everything got moving with ease again. I didn’t have cramps, pain, or diarrhea. I would definitely use this again."

• Day...
• July 19, 2021

For Constipation "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."

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

For Constipation "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."

• Jac...
• December 19, 2017

For Constipation "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)."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 10, 2021

For Constipation "The first time it was just intense pressure in the abdomen, but it worked. The second was horrific. I am no squeamish person and can take pain, but my goodness, this really shouldn't be sold. Use the bulk-forming laxatives... or almost literally anything else."

• Mye...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 21, 2021

For Constipation "Never used before, so only took 1 tablet. One of my worst life decisions. The pain I endured when my intestines felt like they had exploded inside, reminded me of the Aliens film where the alien comes out of the chest, only with this drug, no alien but a violent physical contortion, the like I have never felt before. Nothing I could do but endure until it subsided. Will NEVER take again. My real life experience."

• Mar...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 17, 2024

For Constipation "The pink Senokot for women is far gentler than the rest of the Senokot brands. Does its job overnight and does not cause severe cramping or pain. Don't believe the negative reviews. Constant severe constipation might mean you need a colonoscopy to rule out other issues like polyps, adenomas, and stricture. Also, drinking water is very important. But eating fiber bulks up your stool, making constipation worse. Try things like bananas, chicken, rice, bread, food without too much fiber. Caffeine and pain meds will add to your constipation as well."

• Can...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 10, 2020

For Constipation "This Senokot is the worst thing I have ever taken in my life, worse than labor with the pains and sickness! Couldn't breathe with pain, felt it was the end of my life."

• sen...
• July 25, 2015

For Bowel Preparation "It takes 5 of these tablets to do the same job as one small, powerful Dulcolax tab... but with far less pain."