How to Use Stool Softners

Taken properly, stool softeners can be effective in alleviating constipation and softening your stools so that you can have an easier bowel movement. Stool softeners come in a variety of forms, such as pill and liquid form. What form of stool softener to take should depend upon doctor or pharmacist recommendation and what will work best for your situation.

Instructions

How to Use Stool Softeners

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  Take stool softeners if you have constipation for an extended period of time to make your stools easier to pass. Always follow the instructions on the package or doctor recommendations.

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  Take stool softeners after work or school, typically during the evening when you have nothing planned to do for the rest of the day. This will ensure that when the stool softener begins to work that you are at home and able to get to the bathroom immediately.

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  Take stool softeners with a glass of water or juice. Drinking liquids will help you swallow the stool softener pill form and help curb the bitter taste that some liquid form stool softeners have.