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What is difference between taking magnezium 250mg a day or 2 docusate sodium a day, and how long should i stay on either one of them.
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Both work: By increasing the water content of stool.You should not use longer that a few days without being under the care of a physician. Magnesium might be a little stronger.
Answered 9/5/2013
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