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Hi, i'm suffering ibs, and i'm severely constipated. i'm taking 100 billion strain probiotic how long can i take it?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Few weeks: I would suggest that if after a week or two it is not better, see a doctor for a prescription or get miralax (polyethylene glycol)

Answered 10/24/2014

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Forever!: No harm has been shone from taking probiotics.

Dr Anyanwu agreed

Answered 11/2/2017

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