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Can you take miralax and senna-s tablets around the same time?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Yes, but: Why? Both have same action, almost, you want to try one-at-a-time

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 1/15/2019

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