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Laxatives have been used for centuries for important and legitimate medical uses, such as treating constipation or clearing the bowels before surgery.

From Scientific American • Nov. 1, 2023

Laxatives: Are there any natural ways to get things moving?

From New York Times • May 23, 2023

Laxatives for constipation come in a couple of forms; Mirolax helps water stay in the stool, and Senna is a plant-derived mixture that stimulates fluids and motility in the bowel.

From Washington Post • Jun. 2, 2016

Laxatives and/or enemas stopped the bed-wetting in 20 of the 25 younger children within three months.

From Slate • Mar. 6, 2012

Laxatives, diuretics, and diaphoretics should be administered to aid in the elimination of the poison.

From Scientific American Supplement, No. 841, February 13, 1892 by Various