no. stool softeners and laxatives are not diuretics. diuretics only affect the kidneys by increasing urine flow. some diuretics (not all) cause sodium to be excreted so this is why you were told to avoid using them. stool softeners are safe for long term use but some laxatives can be habitual. using laxatives often should be avoided for this reason.
are laxatives and stool softeners considerd diuretics? . i have hyponatremia and some of the information refers to some of the causes of this are taking diuretics i do take stool softeners and laxatives and am wondering if the softeners and laxatives are considered 'diuretics'?