RestoraLAX is a form of stool softener, but works even better than most. It says it Relieves Occasional Constipation and irregularity. It can be used by anyone. My two year old grandson can use a small portion in his bottles if he gets bunged up, which is often. Doctor recommended for him. You only need about a teaspoon to try the first time. Use more if needed, once a day. You can put it in anything, water, juice, tea, coffee, milk or food I expect as it has no taste at all and dissolves completely. It is a fine white powder. It gives no cramping and once you have used it for a while, you need less and less. Best type of bowel conditioner I have every used. You can buy it in 3 size bottles and it often goes on sale and found in most drug stores and Wall Mart.