Follow all directions on the product label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use senna if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
diarrhea or loose stools;
severe stomach pain;
swelling or a blockage in your digestive tract (stomach or intestines);
Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, appendicitis;
hemorrhoids, anal prolapse; or
if you are dehydrated.
Ask a doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare provider if it is safe for you to use this product if you have ever had:
an electrolyte imbalance (such as low levels of potassium in your blood);
any change in bowel habits that has lasted longer than 2 weeks;
long-term bowel problems;
heart disease; or
stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting.
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Some forms of senna are made for use by children. Do not give any herbal/health supplement to a child without the advice of a doctor.
