Laxatives: version 1

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# Laxatives <!--category-->

## Identity <!--identity-->
name: Laxatives
gpc_code: 10000866
gpc_level: brick
parent: category/51102700
gpc_publication: 286 GPC as of May 2026
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## About <!--about-->
Includes any products that can be described/observed as those that alleviate and treat constipation by encouraging defecation or the elimination of faeces. Includes products such as Liquid Remedies, Soluble Powder Remedies and Tablet Remedies.

### Excludes

Excludes products such as Laxatives obtained only by prescription or from a healthcare professional, Enemas that are used to relieve constipation and cleanse the rectum and Diarrhoea Remedies.
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