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I haven't had a bm in 2 weeks because of medicine. i started taking a stool softener a few days ago. how long should it take to work? ive taken 3
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Constipation: Medication-induced constipation can be difficult to deal with. It is unlikely that a stool softener will make you pass a bowel movement. You would be better off with a laxative of some sort. You might consider trying magnesium citrate or MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) on a one-time basis. Depending on what medication is causing your constipation, there might be prescription alternatives also. See your doctor. Good luck.
Answered 9/8/2020
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