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OPRA Therapeutics and Patient Care QUESTION #3889
Question 1
Which laxative is associated with the highest risk of dependency and tolerance when taken chronically over a prolonged period?
  • Psyllium
  • Bisacodyl✔️
  • Docusate
  • Sorbitol
Correct Answer Explanation
Stimulant laxatives such as bisacodyl can cause hypotonicity of the bowel and laxative dependency with chronic overuse. Bulk-forming, osmotic, and softener laxatives have a lower dependency risk.