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8 month old can't stay regular. we tried pears, pear juice, and mixing prune juice w/formula. what's a safe amount of prune juice to give daily?

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Dr. Nguyen Nguyen answered

Twice a day: You're describing constipation. Here are some detailed instructions on how to treat it: http://sprng.Me/egu37.

Answered 7/2/2013

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A member asked:

8 month old can't stay regular. we tried pears, pear juice, and mixing prune juice w/formula. what's a safe amount of prune juice to give daily?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Nguyen Nguyen answered

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