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Please help i've taken too many laxatives. what should i do?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Med tx: If you have overdosed on any medication, including laxatives, seek medical attention.

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/24/2013

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