senna, an herbal product taken from several Cassia species found across the world. ▪ INDICATIONS: It is used as a laxative. ▪ CONTRAINDICATIONS: It should not be used during pregnancy and lactation, in children less than 12 years of age (unless prescribed by physician), or in those with known hypersensitivity to this product. Senna is also prohibited in those with intestinal obstruction, ulcerative colitis, GI bleeding, appendicitis, acute surgical abdomen, nausea, vomiting, or congestive heart failure.
