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“laxative” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/lakˈsante/

Example

Si estás estreñido, toma un laxante.

If you're constipated, take a laxative.

Illustration for laxante (laxative)

How to say “laxative” in Spanish

“Laxative” in Spanish is laxante.

Substance that loosens bowel contents to relieve constipation.

Full entry for laxante: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with laxante

En la farmacia puedes comprar un laxante sin receta.

You can buy a laxative at the pharmacy without a prescription.

Tips for using laxante

  • Pharmacy staff commonly prefer symptom descriptions such as 'para el estreñimiento' or terms like 'ablandador de heces' over a bare request for 'un laxante'.

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