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Can a 1 yr old baby take everyday any kind of fiber or miralax (polyethylene glycol) because of constipation caused by whole milk?and if yes how much the recommended dose?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Diet modification: Try to increase the amount of ruins and vegetables in her diet rather than getting her started on laxatives. A good way too is to cut down on the dairy products for awhile.

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Answered 2/2/2016

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