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Water Retention via Nonabsorbable Polymers or Salts
- Molecular classification
- Nonabsorbable Polymer, Nonabsorbable Salt
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Overview
Nonabsorbable polymers and salts are agents that increase water retention in the stool through osmosis. By remaining in the intestinal lumen, they draw water in, softening stools and easing passage. Examples include polyethylene glycol (PEG), magnesium sulfate, and sodium phosphate. They are used to treat constipation and prepare the bowel for procedures.
- Other names
- Osmotic LaxativesBowel Prep AgentsStool SoftenersNon-absorbable osmotic agents
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Mechanism of action
Increases osmotic pressure in the intestinal lumen, drawing water into the stool and increasing its volume and softness. These substances are not absorbed, creating an osmotic gradient that promotes water retention.
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Biological functions
Increase Stool Water ContentIncrease Stool VolumePromote Bowel MovementOsmotic regulation within the intestinal lumen
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Disease associations
ConstipationBowel Obstruction (prevention)Fecal Impaction (prevention)
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Safety considerations
Electrolyte Imbalance (with salt-based agents)DehydrationHypermagnesemia (with magnesium sulfate)Phosphate Nephropathy (with sodium phosphate)Abdominal CrampingNausea
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Interacting drugs
Polyethylene glycol (PEG)
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