Select the statement that best describes the adverse effects of osmotic laxatives.
A. Osmotic laxatives are serotonin antagonists that could lead to ischemic colitis and serious complications of constipation.
B. Osmotic laxatives cause a large amount of water to be lost with the feces and could lead to dehydration if overused.
C. Osmotic laxatives form a complex with vitamins, minerals, and other drugs, thereby impairing systemic absorption of these substances.
D. None of these are correct.
Answer: B
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