Which of the following purgative increases the fecal bulk due to their water absorbing and retaining capacity-
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Methyl cellulose o Bulk forming purgatives (e.g. methycellulose) absorb water and increas the volume of stool.
Methyl cellulose
Lactulose
Liquid paraffin
Dioctyl sodium sulfosuccinate