Question

The most suitable laxative for a patient of
irritable bowel disease with spastic
constipation is:​

Answer 1

Answer:

Laxatives are the most widely used medications to improve bowel function both in IBS-C and CC. In particular, polyethylene glycol (PEG) is more effective than lactulose and stimulant agents in increasing stool frequency and improving stool consistency, and it is considered the first choice of treatment for CC[20].