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) melanosis
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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