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37 weeks pregnant and have used colace (docusate sodium) for the whole pregnancy- now having constipation issues. can i drink prune juice?

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Dr. Bruce Jacobs answered

Yes,you can drink: prune juice.

Answered 7/12/2016

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Dr. Cynthia Palabrica answered

Constipation: Prune juice is a good choice. I personally find it hard to swallow. I have found that simply eating Sunkist prunes is a good choice and much easier to stomach than juice.

Answered 7/12/2016

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A member asked:

37 weeks pregnant and have used colace (docusate sodium) for the whole pregnancy- now having constipation issues. can i drink prune juice?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Bruce Jacobs answered

Dr. Cynthia Palabrica answered

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