A member asked:

I've tried exlax and dulcolax and still no bowel movement, enema next?

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Dr. Jeffrey Crespin answered

Maybe: Dulcolax is stimulant laxative. Sometimes osmotic laxatives, like lactulose work better. Another treatment is citroma. If you symptoms do not improve see a doctor.

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Agree w Dr. Crespin: Did you use oral Dulcolax? Dulcolax suppository is an option that may work quickly. Enema is also an option.

Answered 9/7/2014

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A member asked:

I've tried exlax and dulcolax and still no bowel movement, enema next?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jeffrey Crespin answered

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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