I have chronic constipation and am very sensitive to whatever supps or medicines I take, so often reduce the dose quite a bit. I am finding that 1/4 teaspoon (for me) of mineral oil solves my Big C problems. It is simply a lubricant; you may still need some stimulation, I don't know. I learned about it here:
https://www.health.harvard.edu/diseases-and-conditions/dont-bomb-the-bowel-with-laxatives