7Stool Softeners
As the name implies, stool softeners are OTC products that are specially made to soften stools and help alleviate constipation, a leading cause of hemorrhoids. Unlike stimulant laxatives that induce bowel movements, those options typically work by reducing the absorption of liquids in your intestine. This is helpful in raising the water volume in your stools, resulting in softer stools to pass. There is a variety of brands and products of stool softeners available in most pharmacies. They often come with an active ingredient called docusate sodium. It might take a few days until you get the effects. [7]
