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Laxatives and purgatives facilitate bowel evacuation by stimulating intestinal peristalsis or softening bowel contents, with types including osmotic purgatives, bulk-forming agents, irritant laxatives, and lubricant laxatives. They are indicated for relieving constipation, preventing straining, emptying the bowel for procedures, accelerating elimination of toxins, and aiding in parasite excretion. Non-drug measures are preferred for preventing constipation, especially in older adults, to avoid overuse of la
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