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Hi I Am Having Constipation Issues. Is It Ok To
Question: Hi I am having constipation issues. Is it ok to take another dose of stimulant laxative 14 hours after first dose?
Brief Answer:
15mg recommended dosage
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome. It is recommended to take 15mg daily, which is 3 tablets. Hiweeve5, dosage can be increase to maximally 6 tablets daily, so you may take 1-2 tablets at this point. However, try to keep it on 3x daily dose in future. Also, if there is no improvement, have magnesium supplements, or glycerin suppositories. Your diet should include fiber, probiotics and vegetables. If there is no bowel movement for 3 fmdqys, you should see ER for further tests. Wish you good health. Regards
15mg recommended dosage
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome. It is recommended to take 15mg daily, which is 3 tablets. Hiweeve5, dosage can be increase to maximally 6 tablets daily, so you may take 1-2 tablets at this point. However, try to keep it on 3x daily dose in future. Also, if there is no improvement, have magnesium supplements, or glycerin suppositories. Your diet should include fiber, probiotics and vegetables. If there is no bowel movement for 3 fmdqys, you should see ER for further tests. Wish you good health. Regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
Thank you. How much magnesium per day?
Brief Answer:
Two tablespoons (30 ml) of milk of magnesia
Detailed Answer:
You're welcome.
You can take two tablespoons (30 ml) of milk of magnesia Or Magnesium citrate 5 ounces per day.
Regards
Two tablespoons (30 ml) of milk of magnesia
Detailed Answer:
You're welcome.
You can take two tablespoons (30 ml) of milk of magnesia Or Magnesium citrate 5 ounces per day.
Regards
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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