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Had hernia surgery yesterday. taking percocet for pain. constipated now with 'heavy' feeling in abdomen. what type/frequency should i use laxatives?

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Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

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Yes: Opiate induced constipation Take miralax (polyethylene glycol) and DSS both OTC drugs / daily

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Answered 2/20/2016

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A member asked:

Had hernia surgery yesterday. taking percocet for pain. constipated now with 'heavy' feeling in abdomen. what type/frequency should i use laxatives?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

Dr Callaghan agreed

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