Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Can Senna Tea Be Consumed On A Daily Basis For Constipation?
I have been using Senna tea for a couple of years for constipation and I don t have any side affects, e.g. Cramps, etc. I have a thyroid deficiency & take a replacement which contributes to my constipation. Do you think I should not be using it every day?
Wed, 17 Oct 2018
Hello,
I don't think Sena tea can be used every day for such a long time. It makes your bowel lazy and gets used to doing its functions only in presence of Sena.
You can add more fibre to your diet, fruit and vegetables and lots of fluids and water. Try to limit usage of Sena. Initially try to use it once in two days then lower the dosages again.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Olgeta Xhufka, General & Family Physician
I don't think Sena tea can be used every day for such a long time. It makes your bowel lazy and gets used to doing its functions only in presence of Sena.
You can add more fibre to your diet, fruit and vegetables and lots of fluids and water. Try to limit usage of Sena. Initially try to use it once in two days then lower the dosages again.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Olgeta Xhufka, General & Family Physician
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....