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Which of the Following Is NOT True of Laxatives and Cathartics

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Which of the following is NOT true of laxatives and cathartics?


A) Laxatives take longer to be effective than cathartics.
B) Laxatives and cathartics may be the same drug, but the dosage varies.
C) People need a bowel movement per day and should take laxatives and cathartics to ensure this normal body function.
D) Indiscriminate use of laxatives and cathartics leads to dependence and laxative abuse.
E) Advertising for OTC laxatives leads to habitual self-medication and reinforces misconceptions about laxative use.

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