Many safe, effective over-the-counter laxatives are available to treat occasional constipation in a variety of ways. However, it's very important to read the label directions carefully and to use ...

You may want to think twice before taking an over-the-counter (OTC) laxative. According to a press release from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), OTC laxatives are potentially dangerous ...

The best medication for constipation depends on a person's circumstances. Some are available over the counter or through prescription. Learn more.

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Several over-the-counter laxative medications are being recalled due to the possibility of a bacteria infection that could lead to serious and life-threatening adverse ...

Researchers say they’ve found a possible link between regular laxative use and a person’s risk of dementia, but experts note that the research is very early and should be interpreted with caution.

This shortage of polyethylene glycol 3350 — the generic name for over-the-counter laxatives — has people scrambling for alternatives and doctors advising against using laxatives in excess.

A new practice guideline aims to help clinicians navigate an increasingly crowded field of over-the-counter and prescription treatment options for chronic idiopathic constipation in otherwise ...