MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY

PHYSIOLOGY

GASTROINTESTINAL PHYSIOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is a “stool softener”?
A
Senna
B
Docusate
C
Omeprazole
D
Psyllium
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Docusate sodium and senna is a combined medication that comes in a tablet or capsule form. This medication is a stool softener that treats constipation. Constipation happens when stool becomes difficult to pass.

Detailed explanation-2: -Docusate is available under the following different brand names: Colace, DSS, Albert Docusate, Docusate Calcium, docusate sodium, DulcoEase, Phillips Liqui Gels, Silace, and Soflax.

Detailed explanation-3: -Docusate (Colace) is an over-the-counter (OTC) stool softener that can help with constipation.

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