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D R . G I R I S H , R E G I S T R A R

P H A R M A C O L O G Y A N D C L I N I C A L

P H A R M A C O L O G Y

C H R I S T I A N M E D I C A L C O L L E G E V E L L O R E

Drugs for Constipation andDiarrhea

Fluid and electrolyte balance

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Constipation: delayed passage of faeces throughintestine with the process remaining normal

Evacuation is often associated with straining and is

usually incomplete Functional constipation treatment: increase in

roughage in the daily diet, increase in daily fluidintake, increase in physical activity, withdraw

offending drugs/use alternative drugs to minimizethis side effect

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If these fail: laxatives or purgatives can be used

Aperient < Laxative < Emmolient < Evacuant