Laxative herbs increase the passage of wastes through the small and large intestines. Aperient refers to a mild laxative, purgative refers to a more powerful action, and cathartic is a strongly irritant laxative. An example of a laxative is Triphala.

No. There are several brands of the lavage solution - GoLytely, NuLytely, CoLyte, and generic PEG lavage solution. Which one you get depends on what your druggist has in stock, your insurance company, and your preference for flavor. They are all clear in color and come in a variety of flavors and unflavored. They all work the same. We don't have a preference. See similar questions...

Yes. If you were given the unflavored solution and wish to add some flavoring, it is OK. Ignore the warning on the label about not adding any flavoring and add one packet of Crystal Light Lemonade or Iced Tea Mix. These two flavors do not interfere with the preparation or testing. Do not add any brightly colored flavoring, such as red, green, or blue as these may interfere with the examination. It might be. See similar questions...

Zanfel works safely into the dermal layer of your skin, binds to the urushiol oil, and, when rinsed off, takes the oil with it down the drain. See similar questions...