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Polyethylene glycol (MiraLAX) is available over the counter for short-term use for constipation in children and adults. Linaclotide (Linzess), lubiprostone (Amitiza), and plecanatide (Trulance) are prescription drugs for long-term use in chronic constipation in adults and the elderly. Over-the-counter laxatives are generally safe to use, with few side effects.
While senna tea or senna supplements, which are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for use as nonprescription laxatives, may be helpful in treating constipation, senna may cause side effects or be dangerous if taken in high doses or by people with certain medical conditions.