About this ingredient
Ingredients
Senna Extract is a botanical ingredient derived from the leaves and/or pods of Senna plants, particularly Senna alexandrina. Senna naturally contains sennosides, compounds responsible for its stimulant laxative activity. The exact plant part, extract concentration, sennoside content, and additional ingredients vary by manufacturer and formulation.
Senna Extract is a botanical preparation obtained from senna plants and is commonly standardized or described according to its sennoside content. Senna is classified as a stimulant laxative and is used primarily for the short-term relief of occasional constipation.
Senna works by increasing intestinal activity, helping stimulate a bowel movement. Oral senna products may be available as tablets, powders, granules, liquids, or other formulations, depending on the manufacturer. It commonly produces a bowel movement within approximately 6 to 12 hours when used as directed.
In dietary and herbal supplement products, Senna Extract may be included in digestive wellness, bowel-regularity, cleansing, or herbal laxative formulas. However, senna is not intended for unrestricted long-term use. Frequent or prolonged use may lead to laxative dependence and reduced normal bowel activity.
Because senna can cause abdominal cramps, nausea, diarrhea, and other effects, consumers should follow the product label carefully. People taking medicines, pregnant or breastfeeding individuals, older adults, and anyone with persistent bowel changes or abdominal symptoms should seek professional advice before use.