Senna

All medications can have side effects and products that contain Senna are no exception. Of course, every medication that contains Senna will have a slightly different set of side effects, so you should always read the patient information leaflet for exact information about the side effects of each product. However, some of the most common side effects of Senna include: Stomach cramps Diarrhoea Your pee may turn a red-brown colour If you experience these or any other side effects while taking products which contain Senna, stop use and speak to your doctor or Chemist 4 U pharmacist right away.

For adults and children over the age of 12, the usual dosage of Senna tablets is one or two tablets before bed.

However, this can vary depending on the product and the age of the person taking the medicine, so always read the patient information leaflet included with your medication carefully, or follow the dosage advice of your doctor or pharmacist.

Click the link below to find the patient information leaflets for many products which use Senna as an active ingredient.

These leaflets contain the dosage of each product and lots of other important information that you'll need to know before taking your medication.

 

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If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, you should speak to your doctor or Chemist 4 U pharmacist before taking any products that contain Senna.

Constipation is common during pregnancy, but medical professionals usually prefer that you manage constipation by changing your diet or other lifestyle choices.

If this does not work, then you may be recommended a laxative, but do not take one unless specifically advised to do so by your doctor, nurse, midwife, or pharmacist.

Constipation isn’t just about not being able to go to the toilet - rather, it describes a collection of symptoms that include hard, pellet-like stools; excessive straining, a sensation that you are unable to go, and a decrease in bowel movements.

 

The source of constipation varies, but it could be caused by medication, lack of fibre, dehydration, stress, exercise, hormones, or ignoring the urge to go to the toilet.

 

However, it’s important to remember that constipation is subjective to the individual, and it’s very normal to not have a daily bowel movement.