Which constipation remedies and laxatives are effective?

Question

Hello doctor,

I am suffering from constipation. The stool is so hard and has gotten stuck in the colon. I am on a keto diet. So, fiber intake is low, which may be the reason. Are there any medications or laxatives that I can take? Please help.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

You seem to be suffering from constipation, and you should increase fiber in your diet. I would advise you the follows:

To get a thyroid function test done, as hypothyroidism might be the cause of the constipation that you are having.
Take a laxative like Lactulose at night.
To increase fiber in the diet and to take fruits like papaya, which are bulk-forming.
Another thing that you can take is Isabgol husk. You can take three teaspoons full at night, and as it is bulk-forming, it may help you with your constipation.

For more information, consult an internal medicine physician online.

I hope this helps you.

hank you.