Elderly constipation can generally take some fat-soluble, lubricating drugs to promote defecation, the specific treatment program should be based on the cause of the disease and the individual’s physical condition, there is no so-called “fastest”, please follow the doctor’s instructions to standardize the treatment. Constipation in the elderly may be caused by reduced activity, weakened gastrointestinal digestion, increased residence time of food in the intestines, and excessive absorption of water, thus causing constipation. Generally available some fat-soluble, lubricating drugs, such as the night to take Docusate sodium tablets and other anionic laxatives, the effect is not good, but also can take bisacodyl and other softer stimulating laxatives. In addition, if persistent constipation occurs in the elderly, family members are advised to bring them to the doctor in time to clarify whether there are organic causes of constipation such as hemorrhoids, colon tumors, intestinal obstruction, diabetes mellitus, thyroid dysfunction, multiple sclerosis, dementia, and other organic causes of constipation. If there is a need for medication, please use it under the guidance of a doctor and do not blindly take it on your own.