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Save on Brand Lax-A-Day Powder from Canada by Pendopharm Pharmascience

The brand Lax-A-Day powder comes from Canada manufactured by Pendopharm Pharmascience. It is available in the quantity of one, 119 gm bottle.

Lax-A-Day Information

Lax-A-Day is an osmotic laxative used to treat occasional constipation. It helps individuals who experience infrequent bowel movements or pass hard, dry stools. Also, it may be used occasionally at high doses to clear the bowel entirely before medical examinations such as colonoscopies. This medication contains Polyethylene Glycol 3350, which relies on osmotic pressure in the intestinal tract. Large molecules do not enter the bloodstream; instead, they remain in the colon and bind to the water you ingest. This fluid retention softens the fecal matter and increases its overall volume. The physical expansion of the stool then stimulates the bowel wall's natural muscular contractions, prompting a bowel movement. This physiological approach appears to reduce the risk of bowel dependence when compared to stimulant laxatives, though a persistent reliance on this medication might suggest an underlying dietary or medical issue that requires investigation.

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Do I need a prescription to order Lax-A-Day 119 gm ?

No, a prescription is not required from your physician to order Lax-A-Day 119 gm.