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Laxative
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środek przeczyszczający, laxatyw
a substance, usually a drug, used to stimulate evacuation of the bowels
What is a "laxative"?
A laxative is a substance or medication used to stimulate bowel movements and reduce constipation. It works by increasing the frequency and ease of passing stool. Laxatives work by either softening the stool, adding bulk to stool to stimulate movement, or stimulating the muscles of the intestines.
laxative
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laxatywny, rozluźniający
having the ability to relieve constipation and ease bowel movements
laxative
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Przykład
The doctor recommended a laxative to help purge the bowels.
Sodium phosphate is used as a food additive and a laxative in medicine.
