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Is it safe to take milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) every day to help with constipation with a multivitamin? heard it can deplete potassium.

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Dr. Robert Cloud answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Cobstipation: Daily laxative may be necessary in some people, but only after they have had their colon evaluated by colonoscopy first and the source of constipation thoroughly evaluated and if psyllium and fiber don't suffice.

Answered 2/20/2014

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