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A member asked:

My 7 week old baby has constipation problems, and i gave her a suppositorie but she acts like theres still more poop, can i use another one?

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Dr. Ecaterina Sartina answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

In 8-12 hrs: Glycerin 1/3 -1/2 suppository in infant should be given no more frequently than 8-12 hrs apart.

Answered 12/9/2013

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