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Now that i'm paying attention to stools more..i'm noticing i get constipated once a month a week before my period and during. even though i drink 2-2.5 l of water and lots of fiber. normal? is senokot safe to take once a month? that seems to help?

Q: now that i'm paying attention to stools more..i'm noticing i get constipated once a month a week before my period and during. even though i drink 2-2.5 l of water and lots of fiber. normal? is senokot safe to take once a month? that seems to help?

: This is not a commonly reported association but neither is it implausible. You don't indicate how severe the constipation is and if it is prolonged and painful you should investigate causes other than your cycle. Most laxatives can be taken occasionally without problem, and if Senokot helps then you may safely use it.

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This is not a commonly reported association but neither is it implausible. You don't indicate how severe the constipation is and if it is prolonged and painful you should investigate causes other than your cycle. Most laxatives can be taken occasionally without problem, and if Senokot helps then you may safely use it.

Answered 6/29/2023

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A member asked:

Now that i'm paying attention to stools more..i'm noticing i get constipated once a month a week before my period and during. even though i drink 2-2.5 l of water and lots of fiber. normal? is senokot safe to take once a month? that seems to help?

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