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Should Laxopeg Be Given To A Child For Constipation?
My daughter is 2.6 yrs old. She has been taking Laxopeg for the last 5 months.But she still has constipation.She passes her stool every alternative day or sometimes after a gap of 2 days. Should I continue giving her laxopeg?when is the exact time to give Laxopeg 1/2hr after dinner or before going to bed.
Thu, 16 Jan 2020
Hello,
Laxopeg can be continued. However other causes like hypothyroidism must be ruled out as it is a common cause for chronic constipation. An ultrasound scan is also required to rule out bowel related problems.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
Laxopeg can be continued. However other causes like hypothyroidism must be ruled out as it is a common cause for chronic constipation. An ultrasound scan is also required to rule out bowel related problems.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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