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Which remedy for chronic constipation is safer, linzess or regular use of milk of magnesia or are they equally safe.
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Linzess: is the treatment of choice for IBS-D and IBS is a diagnosis of EXCLUSION In other words you need to have your colon/Rectum examined to exclude other reasons. The chronic us of MOM is NOT a good idea! Hope this helps! Dr Z
Answered 12/22/2020
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