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Can you take castor oil everynight?

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Really depends: It's relatively safe to take everyday for a short period time, but i would never recommend taking any laxative daily.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/12/2021

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Specializes in surgery

Probably: Teaspoon, depends on your size and your results, may need more or less for effectiveness.

Dr Altman and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 8/27/2019

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