Polyethylene Glycol 4000 is a kind of laxative, long-term use is not recommended, because it may cause electrolyte metabolism disorders and the decline of normal intestinal peristalsis.
Polyethylene glycol 4000 can retain water in the colon and increase the water content in the feces to soften the feces and promote its expulsion, thus relieving the symptoms of constipation.
Adverse effects of diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting may occur with the use of Polyethylene Glycol 4000. Generally only for adults or children over 8 years of age, if for inflammatory diseases, intestinal obstruction, intestinal perforation and other patients is not recommended to use, so the use of medication need to follow the advice of a professional doctor, is not recommended to be used arbitrarily.
At the same time, it should also be noted that the long-term use of polyethylene glycol 4000 may lead to a decline in intestinal peristalsis, gastrointestinal dysfunction, so the use of polyethylene glycol 4000 to improve constipation is as an auxiliary means, is not recommended for long-term use of treatment.
Usually should be adjusted from the diet, usually eat more fiber-rich fruits such as bananas, sweet potatoes, etc., can promote intestinal peristalsis, while developing a regular bowel habit.
If constipation for a long time can not be relieved should be timely to the hospital. Clear cause for targeted treatment.