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Anthrol acts as purgative due to -

A
Irritant action
B
Bulk formation in intestinal lumen
C
Osmotic action
D
Emollient effect
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Irritant action o Anthroquinones (senna, cascara sagrada) are stimulant purgatives --> irritate the intestinal mucosa and thus stimulate motor activity.

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