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My husband has ibs with bad constipation issues... is there a specific probiotic that may help him with this? any other suggestions to ease this problem?

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IBS-C: Amitiza is a prescription medication for irritable bowel syndrome with constipation. A gastroenterologist can advise you best.

Answered 12/24/2019

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