Lubricant laxatives such as mineral oil (liquid petrolatum) Stimulant laxatives are the fastest-acting, such as include aloe, cascara (Nature's Remedy), senna compounds (Ex-Lax, Senokot), bisacodyl (Dulcolax, Correctol), and castor oil.
How long does Ex Lax keep working?
It takes about 8-12 hours for it to kick in. The only negative I have to say about it is that the effect continues for up to 48 hours. This is not something I can take during a work day. I take it after work when I start my weekend.
What is the best time to take Exlax?
Take at bedtime if taking once a day. Chew well before swallowing.Nov 16, 2020
How much Ex Lax should I take?
adults and children 12 years of age and older 2 tablets once or twice daily
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children 6 to under 12 years of age 1 tablet once or twice daily
children under 6 years of age ask a doctor
How many Exlax can you take at once?
adults and children 12 years of age and older 2 tablets once or twice daily
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children 6 to under 12 years of age 1 tablet once or twice daily
children under 6 years of age ask a doctor
What is the fastest working laxative?
Stimulant laxatives are the fastest-acting, such as include aloe, cascara (Nature's Remedy), senna compounds (Ex-Lax, Senokot), bisacodyl (Dulcolax, Correctol), and castor oil. Saline laxatives or enemas such as Fleet Phospho-Soda, milk of magnesia, and magnesium citrate.
What laxative will work immediately?
- *Works in 30 minutes to 6 hours.
- Contains the active ingredient, magnesium hydroxide, which draws water into the colon to help stool to pass.
- Works naturally with the water in your body.