If you are constipated for more than 3 days, call your physician, or other health professional. Laxative Withdrawal Laxative withdrawl affects everyone differently, there is no answer as to how it's going to affect your body. Some people have withdrawl symptoms for days, weeks or even months. Laxative withdrawl is especially difficult for people who have eating disorders. It's often why individuals quickly return to laxatives hoping they will receive some relief.
Any weight gain is temporary .
Commom symptoms of laxative withdrawl is fluid retention, constipation, feeling bloated and temporary weight gain. The best way to stop laxative abuse is with help from your health care provider. They can assess you and make sure there are no other problems. The decision is ultimately yours however your doctor can give you the best answer to this question. I encourage you to talk with your doctor as those who have seen their doctor are successful in stopping laxative abuse.