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A member asked:

Hello, i'm about 8 weeks pregnant and highly constipated. i've been taking prune lax with 2 softners every two days. is this not ok?

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This is fine: These are not things that can have any specific effect on the baby. Also, make sure you are drinking plenty of water.

Dr Italia agreed

Answered 12/24/2015

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