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I am constipated and i have taken 2 glycerin suppository already and i am still freel constipated . what should i do ? or take ?

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Dr. Martin Fried answered

Specializes in Nutrition

Miralax (polyethylene glycol): Try taking one capful of MiraLAX in 8 ounces of fluid. It is a non absorbable polyethylene glycol that will draw water into your bowel and help you have a bowel movement. You need to have enough fluid in your system in order for it to work. You can take it 2-3 days in a row. Drink plenty of fluids, .

Answered 11/27/2015

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