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I am having stomach pain due to constipation. stool softeners alone are not helping. can i take phillips milk of magnesia stimulant free with the stool softener? currently prescribed tramadol for ulnar nerve contusion with possible nerve damage.

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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YES: Philips is a "gentle" preparation..BTW the TRAMADOL may be the "CULPRIT" it is an "opiate like" medication and has a side effect of constipation! Hope this is helpful Dr Z

Answered 7/23/2017

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A member asked:

I am having stomach pain due to constipation. stool softeners alone are not helping. can i take phillips milk of magnesia stimulant free with the stool softener? currently prescribed tramadol for ulnar nerve contusion with possible nerve damage.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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