A PALATABLE PREPARATION OF SENNA

Comparison of the Efficacy and Safety of Polyethylene Glycol and Senna Solutions in Colon Preparation before Colonoscopy in Dogs

Objective- The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of senna as an alternative or adjunct to polyethylene glycol (PEG) solution in dogs using colonoscopy and radiography.Design - Experimental study.Animals - 20 adult mongrel healthy dogs.Procedures- Dogs were randomly allocated to receive 1 of 4 different bowel preparation regimens including PEG, senna or ...

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Fatal Herb Senna: A Case Report

Due to its laxative effects, senna (Cassia angustifolia) has been used frequently in our country and the whole world. We aimed to present a case in which a probable hepatotoxicity and death occurred because of senna used in large quantities for a long time due to its laxative effects. A sixty years old female patient admitted our emergency service with the complaints of weakness, abdominal pain...

Effect of Polyethylene Glycol and Senna Bowel Preparation in Dogs on Some Hematological and Serum Biochemical Parameters

Background: Colonoscopy is the preferred procedure for diagnosis of large-bowel diseases in dogs. Polyethylene glycol (PEG) is the most commonly used laxative for colonic cleansing. Senna has been used in traditional medicine as a laxative and an aid to treat constipation. OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study was to evaluate the safety of senna as an alternative or adjunct to polyethylene glycol s...

Polyethylene glycol powder solution versus senna for bowel preparation for colonoscopy in children.

OBJECTIVES Safety and effectiveness of large-volume polyethylene glycol-based solution (PEG-ES) have been documented, but the taste and volume can be barriers to successful colonoscopy preparation. Efficacy and safety of small-volume electrolyte-free (PEG-P) preparation (Miralax) for colonoscopy preparation have been rarely studied, although presently used at many pediatric centers. The primary...