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I took dulcolax for 9 days because i didn't know it said to not take it for more than a week. might something bad happen?
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Probably ok: It likely is ok, however prolonged useage of any stimulant laxative is ill advised. Switching to a different medication such as MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) for constipation would be a safer alternative. Better yet, try a natural method such as prunes or apricots.
Answered 5/5/2015
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