It relieves constipation because it causes water to be retained in the bowel instead of being absorbed into the body. This increases the water content and volume of the stools in the bowel, making them softer and easier to pass, as well as improving gut motility.

Chemistry

Available forms

When sold for gut cleansing (and as a laxative), it is usually in combination with salts such as sodium bicarbonate,

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