TABLE 2.
Correlations of Relief and Satisfaction by Natural/Behavioral Therapy and Laxative Agent at Baselinea
| Satisfaction with Treatmentb | with Laxativec Relief Experiencec |
|---|---|
| Probiotics (n = 202) | -0.73d |
| Natural diet change (n = 299) | -0.72d |
| Increased fluids (n = 350) | -0.74d |
| Increased exercise (n = 130) | -0.74d |
| OTC fiber supplements (n = 88) | -0.55d |
| OTC stool softeners (n = 132) | -0.59d |
| OTC osmotic laxatives (n = 84) | -0.70d |
| OTC stimulant laxatives (n = 145) | -0.62d |
| OTC saline laxatives (n = 47) | -0.80d |
| OTC rectal options (n = 35) | -0.68d |
| Rx osmotic laxatives (n = 47) | -0.67d |
| Rx lactulose (n = 39) | -0.74d |
| Rx Amitiza (n = 9) | -0.95d |
| Rx Relistor (n = 2) | -1.00 |
aSpearman’s correlations are inversely related due to response patterns, as shown in item wording.
b“How satisfied were you with <treatment> for your constipation? Very satisfied, somewhat satisfied, somewhat dissatisfied, very dissatisfied.”
c“How well did <treatment> relieve your constipation? No relief, slight relief, moderate relief, complete relief.”
ddP < 0.001.
OTC = over-the-counter; Rx = prescription.