Alright, so I think I was a bit constipated, so I took these chocolate ex-lax. The box said to take 3, so I took 3.....well, it turns out that one little brick actually has 6 lax's in it! so that means all together i took 18! Im really scared....and im not sure what to do........maybe the chocolate ex lax's dont work????omg! please help!
2007-09-14 08:49:18 · 37 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
I would at least call you doctor's office to see if they would have any advice.
Does the label mention something like "Do not take more than the recommended dosage"?
2007-09-14 08:52:26 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I did not think you could buy that kind anymore. That is the worse laxative you could have taken. It is harsh and you get cramps. Try Metamucil or fibercon. So much better than what you are trying. To answer you question, you are probably going to get a good case of diarrhea. Make sure you drink lots of water while that laxative is working. Just be careful so you do not dehydrate. Look on the bright side, at least you will get a good clean out. I don't think it will hurt you though. If you have trouble though, call you doctor. This should be your new handle: Squeaky Clean!
2007-09-14 09:03:29 · answer #2 · answered by UPESKYMO 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your ok, overdosing on Ex-lax is not going to hurt you. Just make sure to drink lots of water and better yet Gatorade so you keep hydrated as sitting on the toilet all day will dehydrate you. Nothing is going to happen other than you are going to spend a lot of time in the bathroom over the next few hours,...and hey..the ex lax will do its job and un-constipate you. Just have a good laugh about it, cause I am, and am sure everyone else too : ) Good luck!
2007-09-14 08:57:19 · answer #3 · answered by J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call them up and see what they have to say... You should always consult your doctor regardless.
The National Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) can be called from anywhere in the United States. This national hotline number will let you talk to experts in poisoning. They will give you further instructions.
This is a free and confidential service. All local poison control centers in the U.S. use this national number. You should call if you have any questions about poisoning or poison prevention. It does NOT need to be an emergency. You can call for any reason, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
If possible, take the container with you to the emergency room.
2007-09-14 08:59:20 · answer #4 · answered by TonyHNY 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't leave the house for a while and I'd stay close to the bathroom. I don't think that ex lax will hurt you but the toilet will become your best friend. If I were you, I'd put on a maxi pad just in case you can't make it to the bathroom in enough time.
2007-09-14 08:57:10 · answer #5 · answered by kittysoma27 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That doesn't make sense that one brick would have six. Then you'd have to be seperating them. Can you seperate them, if not you probably did it right and have only taken 3. either way I'd say if you did have to many you may want to drink water to help flush it out, but while your at it eat a big *** meal that you have wanted to eat for awhile it's not like you'll have it in you long enough to gain the weight..
2007-09-14 08:56:01 · answer #6 · answered by luvhrtz 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ok, i read some of your previous questions, are you sure you didn't take them purposfully? if so plaes be very careful in doing so EDs are serious, but if not don't worry, i wouldn't think they would hurt you just don't take any more for a long time(not that you will need them) thats enough laxative to unconstipate 6 ppl! well God Bless and Good luck
OH Yeah if you were seriously contipated and worried you would have told your parents!
2007-09-17 04:40:54 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm sure everything will come out just fine in the end. Just wait.
If you are concerned that you took too much, read the label instructions (which you should have done in the first place). This will tell you if taking too much is a concern, and what to do about it.
2007-09-14 08:52:54 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to give them time to work but in the mean time stay near the loo, you can also try prunes and plums will help if you are constipated but wait for a few days and see how things go
2007-09-14 10:14:18 · answer #9 · answered by john h 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are serious and this isn't some joke post then you need to get help or you may have problems.
If there isn't a number to call on the box then I would call the poison control center in your area and see what they say.
I can't believe you are the first person to do this.
2007-09-14 08:54:12 · answer #10 · answered by Sharon 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ok I would call your doc, but for the most part you can try to counter act it with taking immodium, drinking lots of fluid. Get some sports drinks like Gatorade to help replenish any electrolytes you may loose.
2007-09-14 09:03:18 · answer #11 · answered by Niffer_78 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋