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What r the best otc diuretics for bloating?need to know brand names of the best ones that can be found in groc stores.

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Specializes in surgery

See doc: diuretics have benefits but also risks. Your history and exam should be done before medications.

Answered 12/30/2014

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