Indications
- Occasional constipation in adults
- Duration of therapy maximum 10 days
Ingredients
For one cup of Senna infusion, use:
- 2 grams (about 1 teaspoon) of Senna fruit
- About 200 ml of water
Preparation
- Heat the water to boiling, then add the boiling water over the Senna fruits.
- Let the infusion rest for 10 minutes (to get an effective dose of the active substances).
- Filter the mixture optionally.
Dosage
Drink one cup in the evening, for example, before going to bed (laxative effect will occur in the morning).
Reminder: duration of therapy is a maximum of 10 days, unless advised by a physician.
Observations
The laxative effect of this infusion comes after about 10 hours and causes evacuation.
Senna can be irritating so it should only be used against occasional constipation.