A patient who is constipated also has a history of alcoholism and is taking disulfiram (Antabuse). Which laxative should not be ordered for this patient?
a. Senna
b. Bisacodyl
c. Cascara sagrada
d. Castor oil
ANS: C
Of all the stimulant laxatives listed, cascara sagrada should not be given to patients with intoler-ance to alcohol. The aromatic fluid extract formulation of this drug contains 18% alcohol and should be avoided by these patients.
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