Which of the stool softners doesnot interfere with fat absorption?: (A) Docussates, (B) Phenolphtalein, (C) Liquud paraffin, (D) Castor oil
Answer is A. Phenolphtalein and castor oil are stimulant purgatives whereas docussates and liquud paraffin are stool softners.liquid paraffin may cause deficiency of fat soluble vitamins. (ref KDT 7/e p673-674)