Pharmacology General 8d26a97d 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.