A 37-year-old member asked:
Which laxative is best for constipation in the elderly?
2 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in
Dr. Joshua Katzanswered
Colon and Rectal Surgery 30 years experience
Constipation: Best initial therapy is fiber, (metamucil, konsyl, citrucel, benefiber), drinking more water (at least 1 liter per day) and exercise.
If this does not work, see a physician.
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Dr. Tarek Naguib commented
Nephrology and Dialysis 42 years experience
some patients love the effect of prunes with fiber therapy
Dec 21, 2011
Dr. Troy Reynaanswered
Pediatric Surgery 46 years experience
Miralax (polyethylene glycol): Gentle and can betaken once a day on a longterm basis.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
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Last updated May 16, 2022
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