The sound of a dog constantly scratching or licking can be as irritating as nails on a chalkboard. But donât blame your pooch for these bad habits -- a skin condition is probably the culprit. Possible causes range from parasites to allergies to underlying illness.
Licorice root extract is used in alternative medicine as a laxative, a diuretic and an anti-inflammatory agent. It is also used to treat gastric ulcers, respiratory problems such as asthma and bronchitis and skin conditions such as eczema and canker sores.
1 Saline laxatives act like a sponge to draw water into the colon for easier passage of stool. 2  Brand names include Milk of Magnesia and Haleyâs M-O. 3  Saline laxatives are used to treat acute constipation if there is no indication of bowel obstruction. Bulk-forming laxatives are fiber supplements that absorb water in the intestine and make the stool softer. 2  Brand names include Metamucil and Citrucel. 3  These agents must be taken with water or they can cause obstruction. 4  Stimulants like Dulcolax and Senokot cause rhythmic muscle contractions in the intestines.