Prune Juice as a Laxative?

Question

I was told prune juice is good for the old constipation problem, I bought some and drank about a pint, (yuck!..lol) will that be enough, and how long for an effect? , I have to go back to work in a little while.

It seems from some answers I drank quite alot, will I get diarrhoea??, worried now as I have to travel

Answer 1

Usually a 5 ounce glass a day will keep you regular without causing diarrhea. Be sure to drink plenty of water daily (eight 8 ounce glasses) to get the maximum benefit.

Answer 2

that's a lot of prune juice you drank. Normally you should only have 6oz. in the morning. You're probably going to get a dramatic affect this evening or tomorrow morning.

its best to use a powdered fiber supplement first thing in the morning and last thing at night. Do this every day and you will not have constipation problems.

Answer 3

I am glad to hear that prune juice did the trick. Hopefully you took it at night time, before going to bed. A pint is a LOT, maybe you should, regularly drink 4 ounces. Good luck.

Answer 4

It may be enough, but you'd probably be better drinking an 8oz glass every 2 hours or so. It will help your digestive system keep things moving. You may have to wait several hours until the complete effect takes part. It has to work it's way through your digestive system, and that could take up to a full day.

Answer 5

Prune juice stimulates the bowels but it will not work magically per say. Your best bet is to use a suppository if you are constipated and need immediate relief.

Answer 6

prune juice usually works for me in about 20-40 minutes.

Answer 7

You do not need to drink that much. Just drink it as part of your daily diet. Have a glass in the morning, and see if that helps. Goodluck down there....