Stool softeners, also known as emollient laxatives, are over-the-counter (OTC) medications used to soften hard stools. While other types of laxatives stimulate the digestive tract or draw water ...

a board-certified oncology dietitian at City of Hope Orange County in Irvine California. Over the counter laxatives and stool softeners can relieve constipation. Foods high in fiber and water like ...