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My grandmother she is 80yr old she's has constipation and i gave to her dolphac syrub that's lactose and she did not get well still what else shal i d?
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Constipation: Make sure she is getting at least 64 ounces of water per day. If still a problem may need to add stool softener. Last resort would be to try amitiza (lubiprostone)
Answered 8/3/2015
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