Can pregnant women with constipation use Kaisailu (laxative enema)?

Jun 14, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I'm 26 years old and five months pregnant. Recently, I've been experiencing constipation and having difficulty passing stool. I would like to know if it's safe for pregnant women to use glycerin enema (Kaisailu) for constipation.

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Li Jingxiang
Pregnant women can use glycerin enema (Kaisailu) for constipation, but the following points should be noted: 1. Medication ingredients and safety: The main ingredients of glycerin enema are glycerin or sorbitol. These components are simple and cause minimal irritation to the body, providing lubrication to the intestines. 2. Professional consultation: Although glycerin enema is usable, pregnant women should consult a healthcare professional before use to understand contraindications and precautions. 3. Avoid long-term dependence: Prolonged use of glycerin enema may lead to dependency and affect gastrointestinal function. Therefore, it's recommended that pregnant women try to relieve constipation by adjusting diet and increasing physical activity. 4. Dietary adjustment: Pregnant women can consume more high-fiber foods such as sweet potatoes, lentils, soybeans, celery, and spinach to help improve constipation symptoms. In summary, while glycerin enema can be used during pregnancy for constipation, it should be used cautiously and combined with other methods to comprehensively manage constipation.