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Post op gallbladder removal, need to move poop...stool softener or magnesium citrate. which would you suggest? it was laparoscopic if that matters
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Miralax (polyethylene glycol): Mag citrate may be too harsh. Try Miralax (Polyethylene glycol) Thanks for trusting HealthTap!
Answered 11/26/2014
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