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A member asked:

Does it hurt to take a fleet enema (sodium bisphosphate) for constipation?

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No: Usually the small volume of a fleet's enema is not a problem. If this is a persistent need to use the enema for a bowel movement, then something other than simple constipation may be a problem and should be evaluated.

Dr Sanchez-goettler agreed

Answered 9/12/2015

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No: Make sure no kidney problems or dehydration first.

Dr Hadied and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 10/31/2015

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I just started accutane. I have really bad constipation I think its unrelated to accutane. Is it okay to use a laxative or fleet enema (sodium bisphosphate) with this drug?

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If i'm still constipated after a fleet enema (sodium bisphosphate) and dulcolax, what can I try next?

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I toke two laxative two night ago an yesterday i felt sick so did a fleet enema (sodium bisphosphate) an it only got small amount out i stay constipated?

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Is there any interaction between fleet enema (sodium bisphosphate) and Celexa? Scared to take my nightly dose of celexa now.

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