Sona patta is an FDA-approved over-the-counter (OTC) laxative. It is used to treat constipation and also to clear the bowel before procedures such as colonoscopy. People also use senna for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), hemorrhoids, weight loss.

Uses of Senna Leaf:

Constipation is a common, uncomfortable problem. It can make you feel bloated, uncomfortable and, of course, not very good about yourself. Sometimes it's hard to figure out what's causing your constipation because there are so many things that can cause it. That's why we recommend trying senna (from the plant sona patta alexandrina) as a first step.

Senna is an FDA-approved nonprescription (OTC) drug for adults and children ages 2 years and older. It should be taken at bedtime and tends to work within 6-12 hours. It might cause stomach upset and diarrhea. Senna should not be used for more than 1 week without the supervision of a healthcare provider. 

Senna is used to relieve occasional constipation in adults and children. This medicine is a laxative.

Benefits of Senna Leaf:

• Senna is a natural medicine that's used to treat constipation, diarrhea, and other symptoms of a bowel movement. It comes in pill form and can be taken by mouth.
• Senna is LIKELY SAFE for most adults and children over age 2 when taken by mouth, short-term. Senna is an FDA-approved nonprescription medicine. Senna can cause some side effects including stomach discomfort, cramps, and diarrhea.
• Senna is POSSIBLY UNSAFE when taken by mouth long-term or in high doses. Don't use senna for more than two weeks. Longer use can cause the bowels to stop functioning normally and might cause dependence on laxatives. Long-term use can also change the amount or balance of some chemicals in the blood (electrolytes) that can cause heart function disorders, muscle weakness, liver damage, and other harmful effects.