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Is genuine phillips stool softener safe to take for constipation?
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Yes, but: A better way to relieve constipation is to eat high fiber cereal (fiber one or all bran) everyday.
Answered 4/6/2018
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I take a prescribed narcotic that Im sure is the culprit for my constipation. Havent been able to pass stool. But can stool softeners soften stool that are already are hard/stuck?
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Brother facing acute constipation.He is advised to take laxatives & stool softeners along with increase fiber & fluids.Any med or anything he can do!
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