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Medi-Laxx Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Medi-Sulting

Tablet Or Pill Category: Other Combinations
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Medi-Laxx is a dietary supplement by Medi-Sulting with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for short-term constipation relief, bowel cleansing before procedures, occasional irregularity.Based on those ingredients, 140 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Sennosides. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Medi-Laxx by Medi-Sulting

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 2 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

Medi-Laxx has 2 active ingredients: sennosides (from senna, a plant-based stimulant laxative) and docusate sodium (a stool softener). Together they're meant to relieve constipation—sennosides trigger bowel contractions, while docusate makes stool easier to pass.

The tablet also contains inactive ingredients like magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide, and microcrystalline cellulose, which help shape and stabilize the tablet.

Does it work?

Strong evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Strong

Clinical evidence supports at least one of this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: stool softener and laxative.
  • We looked for evidence on: Constipation, Bowel preparation, Occasional irregularity, Digestive regularity.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Senna is rated "Likely Effective" for Constipation (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Senna is rated "Possibly Effective" for Bowel preparation.

Senna is likely effective for constipation relief. It's possibly effective for bowel prep (cleansing the bowel before a procedure), though the evidence is less robust.

The data we hold doesn't establish whether it helps with high potassium levels (hyperkalemia). Docusate's effectiveness isn't rated in our data.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Senna

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Senna is generally well tolerated when used short-term in normal doses, but it's not meant for long-term daily use without your doctor's okay. The most common side effects are abdominal cramps, pain, diarrhea, nausea, flatulence, and urgent bowel movements; urine may also discolor.

Skin reactions are rare but serious, and excessive long-term use has been linked in rare cases to finger clubbing and other bone and muscle changes. Use only as your doctor advises, especially if you're pregnant or breastfeeding—the safety data for senna in pregnancy and lactation is incomplete, so talk with your pharmacist or doctor first.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Senna

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Senna.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; heart-rhythm medications.
  • For scale: 140 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before taking Medi-Laxx, double-check your medications against these types: estrogens (birth control, HRT), diuretics (water pills), warfarin (blood thinner), digoxin (heart medication), and other stimulant laxatives. All carry Moderate-severity interaction risks with senna.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Medi-Laxx is a straightforward choice for short-term constipation relief. If you take estrogen (birth control, hormone therapy), diuretics, warfarin, digoxin, or other stimulant laxatives, check with your pharmacist before starting.

Don't use it long-term without medical guidance.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Dec 18, 2021.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Medi-Laxx, straight from the product label.

Brand Medi-Sulting
Net contents 60 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 18, 2021
DSLD ID 264308
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Medi-Laxx by Medi-Sulting, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Tablet(s)
Servings per container
60
IngredientAmount% DV
Docusate Sodium50 mg--
Sennosides8.6 mg--

Other ingredients: Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide, Stearic Acid, Croscarmellose Sodium, Dicalcium Phosphate, Microcrystalline Cellulose

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Label statements
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General Statements

Questions? 888-907-2833

NDC# 76074 301 32

Formulation

Made in USA

Stool softener & laxative

FDA Disclaimer Statement

This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent diseases.

Formula

Docusate Sodium 50 mg Sennosides (Senna) 8.6 mg

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement; take 1 tablet before meal twice a day.

Precautions

Warning: Consult your physician before using this product if you are pregnant, lactating, or are being treated for a serious medical condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

If seal is broken, do not use.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

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Medi-Laxx by Medi-Sulting label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Medi-Laxx by Medi-Sulting

These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Docusate Sodium

50 mg per serving

Sennosides

Interacts with
140 drugs
8.6 mg per serving Form: Senna

Senna is a plant-based stimulant laxative that is widely used and generally effective for short-term relief of constipation. It is best used occasiona...

Sennosides monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide, Stearic Acid, Croscarmellose Sodium, Dicalcium Phosphate, Microcrystalline Cellulose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Medi-Laxx by Medi-Sulting Drug Interactions

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140Drugs
140 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Medi-Laxx with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Sennosides5 drug types · 140 drugs

Digoxin (Lanoxin)

Theoretically, senna might increase the risk of adverse effects when taken with digoxin.
Overuse/abuse of senna increases the risk of adverse effects from cardiac glycosides, such as digoxin, due to potassium depletion.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Diuretic Drugs

Theoretically, senna might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretic drugs.
Overuse of senna might compound diuretic-induced potassium loss and increase the risk for hypokalemia.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Estrogens

Theoretically, taking senna may interfere with the absorption of exogenous estrogens.
Some preliminary clinical evidence suggests that senna reduces the absorption of estradiol and decreases serum concentrations of estrone and estrone sulfate by decreasing intestinal transit time.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Stimulant Laxatives

Theoretically, senna might increase the risk for fluid and electrolyte loss when taken with other stimulant laxatives.
Senna is a stimulant laxative; concomitant use with other stimulant laxatives might compound fluid and electrolyte loss.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Theoretically, excessive use of senna might increase the effects of warfarin.
Senna has stimulant laxative effects and can cause diarrhea. Diarrhea can increase the effects of warfarin, increase international normalized ratio (INR), and increase the risk of bleeding. In one case report, excessive use of senna for 3 weeks resulted in diarrhea, bloody stools, and an elevated INR of 11.9.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Medi-Laxx, from the product label.

Medi-Sulting

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Name
Medi-Sulting.com
Street Address
547 Cityspace Place
City
San Jose
State
CA
ZipCode
95136
Phone Number
888-907-2833
Web Address
www.medi-sulting.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Medi-Laxx by Medi-Sulting: Common Questions

Does Medi-Laxx by Medi-Sulting interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Medi-Laxx has a known interaction with 140 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Medi-Laxx contains 2 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Will this affect my birth control?
Possibly. Senna may reduce how much estrogen your body absorbs, which could lower your pill's effectiveness. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about whether you need backup contraception or a different approach.
What are the most common side effects?
Cramping, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, and urgency are typical when using senna. Urine discoloration can also happen. These usually settle with short-term use at normal doses.
Can I use this every day?
Not without talking to your doctor first. Senna isn't meant for long-term daily use on your own. If constipation is chronic, work with your doctor on a plan.
Is it safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
The safety data is incomplete—we don't have enough information to say yes or no. Talk with your pharmacist or doctor for personalized advice if you're pregnant or nursing.
What does docusate sodium do?
It's a stool softener that makes bowel movements easier by adding moisture to your stool. It works alongside the senna to relieve constipation.

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Medi-Laxx's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

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The 42 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

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