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A member asked:

My stomach is really sore. is that common with stimulant laxatives?

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Dr. Marcie Berman answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Yes, pain is common: Why are you taking stimulant laxatives when there are so many good ways to maintain regularity. Did your doc recommend this for a particular problem? If not, I would speak to your doc about what you are using, how frequently, and why.

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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