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Pregnant, Having Constipation. Will Drinking Smooth Move Tea Harm Baby?
Hey i'm about 10 weeks pregnant and very constipated, all i have right now that i can find is smooth move tea and i googled it some people say a doctor wouldnt say its safe because it has senna leaf in it which i dont know why its harmful, was wondering if i could be able to drink it? Would it cause any harm to my baby?
Mon, 18 Nov 2013
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Thanks for writing to us.
Senna leaves are not harmful in pregnancy. It is best to use psyllium husk for constipation. Lactulose syrup is also recommended is some resistant cases. Be sure to take plenty of fluids orally.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Regards,
Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,
drrakhitayal@gmail.com
Thanks for writing to us.
Senna leaves are not harmful in pregnancy. It is best to use psyllium husk for constipation. Lactulose syrup is also recommended is some resistant cases. Be sure to take plenty of fluids orally.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Regards,
Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,
drrakhitayal@gmail.com
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