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Constipation is there even i m drinking lots of water what should i do?
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Constipation.: May need an additional agent. There are many options. Senna, lactulose, polyethylene glycol-3500, magnesium compounds such as milk of magnesia, (magnesium hydroxide) castor oil, prune juice, etc. You may need to find a cocktail that works best for you.
Answered 4/26/2013
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