What is the maximum amount of laxatives you can take in 1 day?

It depends on what kind of laxative you are using, but if I remember correctly you can take 1-2 pills, then wait 6-12 hours and see if you pass a bowel movement. If not you can take another dose, so depending the maximum would be 4. Read the box that you have, or look up the brand name you should be able to find some information online. Never take more than needed, otherwise the experience will be excruciating. If you can't pass a bowel movement within a week, and you took laxatives, I highly suggest you see a doctor since that can be a sign of a serious problem (such as a bowel obstruction). All in all I'd suggest using fiber drinks, and eating lots of fruit instead of a laxative, even when you take the right dose it can be pretty uncomfortable.