Common Questions about Sennosides (Senokot)

Is sennosides a stool softener or laxative?

Sennosides is a laxative. It works by stimulating the intestinal muscles to contact. 

Is it safe to take sennosides every day?

You can take sennosides every day for up to 7 days. Do not take it for longer than one week without talking to your healthcare provider.

What is the safest laxative for long-term use?

Bulk-forming laxatives (fiber supplements) such as Metamucil and Citrucel are considered the safest for long-term use. These are a weaker laxative than sennosides, which causes the large intestine to contract and move stool out.

Is sennosides FDA approved?

Yes, sennosides is FDA approved. It is an over-the-counter laxative for occasional use.

Can sennosides cause colon cancer?

Short-term use of sennosides is safe, and there is no strong association with colorectal cancer. It is unclear if long-term use of sennosides is safe. Long-term use is not recommended anyway due to a risk of dependency.

Who should not take sennosides?

People with an allergy to sennosides or a medical condition such as ulcerative colitis should not take this laxative.

What is the price of sennosides without insurance?

Without insurance, sennosides can be as high as $15.70, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $3.94 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of sennosides with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on sennosides—Copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for sennosides. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.