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Stool softener is found among people who take Linzess, especially for people who are female, 60+ old , have been taking the drug for < 1 month, also take medication Miralax, and have Irritable bowel syndrome. This review analyzes which people have Stool softener with Linzess. It is created by eHealthMe based on reports of 4,320 people who have side effects when taking Linzess from FDA, and is updated regularly.
Among the various softeners, the natural stool softeners and bulk forming agents are generally better and safer than regular laxatives. Taking prescription-based laxatives can become a habit and repeated use may cause inflammation to the lining of the intestine and even damage to the colon. Stool softeners aid in the digestive process and offer a home remedy for bowel problems.