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I was recently diagnosed with gastritis, is it safe to take a stool softener?
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Stool softner: Hi ~ YES but choose one that is psyllium based like Metamucil and adjust dose to needs. Too much will give you cramps and diarrea. thanks
Answered 2/12/2021
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