1. First: Senna leaf is a common laxative, mainly used for constipation caused by heat depression and abdominal distension. In hospitals, it is often used as a cathartic before intestinal examination, or as a laxative for some patients with acute constipation. Many people think that senna is a natural medicine, which is safe, reliable and convenient to take. Many people come to treat constipation or lose weight.
2. Second: The common adverse reactions of Senna leaves have toxic and side effects of gastrointestinal system. Sennoside contained in Senna leaves can inhibit the absorption of water in the large intestine, make the intestinal contents increase sharply, and at the same time increase the tension of the large intestine, causing abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting. In severe cases, it can induce upper gastrointestinal bleeding.
3. Third: Senna can not be used for patients with gastric ulcer or a history of gastrointestinal bleeding. Senile patients with severe hypotension may have headache and frequent vomiting after taking senna, and their blood pressure may rise or fall sharply, and even go into shock in severe cases. At present, there have been cases of hypotension caused by taking senna in clinic, which are ineffective and eventually die.
Matters needing attention
This medicine is effective in soaking in water, but it also has many side effects and is not suitable for everyone. Patients should be based on their own actual situation.