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Is a non stimulant laxative such as phillips safe to use once a week. miralax doesn't work for me.

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Dr. Vaidehi Patel answered

Yes: No harm in using it once a week or even more often if needed. IF you have renal disease be careful because magnesium can accumulate and causes magnesium intoxication.

Answered 1/28/2017

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A member asked:

Is a non stimulant laxative such as phillips safe to use once a week. miralax doesn't work for me.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Vaidehi Patel answered

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