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Medicinal Benefits of Senna:

Senna is mainly used as a natural relief for constipation symptoms, and promotes digestive regularity. The senna species contains a chemical compound called anthraquinones, which has a powerful laxative effect.

Intake Information:

Senna is taken orally. It can be taken in tablets or capsules. Senna leafs are also a common ingredient in laxative teas. Once in your system, senna will cause you to have a bowel movement within 3-10 hours.

Senna Safety Concerns & Restrictions

Do NOT use senna or products containing senna for longer than 7 consecutive days, without consulting your doctor. Taking Senna longer than 7 days can be dangerous and could cause permenant damage to your colon. Do NOT take senna or products containing senna if you are pregnant. Children should NOT take Senna products without doctor approval.

Do NOT take Senna or colon cleansing products containing Senna if you suffer from one of the following:

Irritable Bowel Syndrome	Ulcerative Colitis
Crohn's Disease	Diverticulitis/Diverticulosis
Severe Hemorrhoids	Anemia
Liver or Kidney Disease	Blood Vessel Damage
Recent Colon Surgery	Past History of Colon Cancer

Senna Side Effects:

Use of Senna or products containing Senna, for longer than 7 days may cause the following:

Severe Cramps	Bloating
Abdominal Pain	Electrolyte Imbalance
Bloody Diarrhea	Nausia
Rash	Liver Toxicity
Urine Discoloration	Swelling of Fingertips (in rare cases)