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Study of the comparative effectiveness of Dulcolax, Laxadine, Dorbanex, Normacen and Senokot laxatives in the bowel preparation of patients for radiological examinations.

Author: ObisesanA A, OsinaikeI

Comparative StudyResearch that compares multiple groups/interventions to determine differences/similarities in outcomes/characteristics.
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Overview

Dulcolax was the most effective laxative for bowel preparation in adult patients, but it was also the most expensive and had more side effects. Normacen, which was second most effective and cheap, was considered the first choice.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
The effectiveness of five laxatives - Dulcolax, Normacen, Laxadine, Dorbanex and Senokot in the bowel preparation of adult patients for radiological examinations has been compared. The value of using suppositories in addition to the tablets in those preparations that have tablet and suppository form...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/753059

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Comparing the Effectiveness of Different Laxatives in Bowel Preparation

This study takes a look at the effectiveness of five different laxatives in preparing patients for radiological examinations, a common procedure requiring a cleansed bowel. The researchers compared the effectiveness of Dulcolax, Normacen, Laxadine, Dorbanex, and Senokot, evaluating their ability to produce a satisfactory bowel preparation. The study concluded that Dulcolax tablets plus suppository were most effective, followed by Normacen tablets.

Normacen: An Effective and Cost-Effective Choice for Bowel Preparation

This study recommends Normacen tablets as the first choice for bowel preparation due to their effectiveness, affordability, and minimal side effects. The study also found that combining tablets and suppositories of the same laxative was more effective than using tablets alone.

Navigating Bowel Preparation for Medical Procedures

This study provides valuable insights into the effectiveness of different laxatives for bowel preparation. It emphasizes the importance of choosing a laxative that is effective, affordable, and well-tolerated to ensure a comfortable and successful medical procedure.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This study offers a comparative analysis of different laxatives used for bowel preparation. It highlights the importance of selecting the right laxative to ensure effective and comfortable bowel preparation for medical procedures. The study recommends Normacen tablets as the first choice for bowel preparation, but further research is needed to determine the optimal laxative for different individuals and medical procedures.
Date :
  1. Date Completed 1979-09-17
  2. Date Revised 2019-12-10
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

753059

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

753059

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