A common adverse effect of laxative stimulants is abnormal dark pigmentation of the colon, referred to as:
A. ulceration
B. constipation rebound
C. gripping
D. melanosis
d
Rationale: Common adverse effects of laxative stimulants include melanosis (abnormal dark pigmentation) of the colon, anorexia, nausea, gripping, abnormally loose stools, and constipation rebound.
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