after eating something I took 5 chocolate laxatives (generic brand) which equals to 15 x 5= 75 mg of ....the stuff in laxatives then ate some more and threw up.
why isit that I still don't have it coming? its been 5 hours
2007-04-21 12:35:28 · 5 answers · asked by Adrianna Lima 2 in Health ➔ Women's Health
You aren't eating enough to poop out. If you eat now it takes quite a while to get to the bottom. I think you should talk about eating disorders with someone.
2007-04-21 12:39:19 · answer #1 · answered by Gone fishin' 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You are misusing the laxatives they are not meant for quick elimination. Are you drinking enough fluids? Water is the best to hydrate your body although don't drink more than 18-24oz per hour to avoid excess depending on your size and weight. You could be very dehydrated and this will cause even more constipation. What have you been eating? Eating enough fruits, salads other vegetables is very important for elimination. Your body reacted to overdosing on the laxatives, by following the directions as stated and don't go overboard on instant fixes. Usually one takes them at bedtime and in the AM you are ready to eliminate after 8-10 hours to 2 or 3 days later. The body takes time to assimilate and do its job. You could also gently massage your abdomen in a clockwise manner with some cream on it gently pressing and moving the skin. Good luck. Call your MD to make an appointment to possibly make sure there may not be other complications your body is creating or your eating habits are. Stress is also another culprit for constipation, how is your stress level?
2007-04-21 13:07:52 · answer #2 · answered by consciousgem 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My Goodness! I have been hearing those same answers for YEARS! I will tell you about my personal experience. I actually just had an episode just yesterday. Yes, I drink lots of fluid, yes, I started taking fiber supplements, yes, I have overdone it on laxatives and got nothing but really bad gas, I have talked to my doctor who put me on zelnorm, which did absolutely nothing! I admit that I don't know why this happens, but it seems to be hereditary with the females in my family. I can tell you how to get relief though.
1 bottle of magnesium citrate- It's nasty, but just turn it up! and 2 Dulcolax--and don't go anywhere! it works pretty quick!
Dulcolax alone will not work! To stay regular, unfortunately, drink 8 oz of prune juice in the morning. At first, it's nasty too, but you will get used to it, and it won't be so bad anymore--just make sure it's cold. Oh, and prune juice won't do the trick if you are constipated, you have to get it all out first! If you don't you will just get really bad gas!
2007-04-21 16:33:02 · answer #3 · answered by Joi J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You've been abusing laxatives, at least now. See a doctor.
2007-04-21 12:50:21 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You also need to talk to your dr about this to see what they think could be going on.
2007-04-21 12:42:04 · answer #5 · answered by sokokl 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋