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Can i take laxatives while taking meds for kidney stones? i haven't had a normal bm in over a week.
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Yes: You can use MiraLAX or polyethylene glycol powder a capful in water or juice daily, a dose of sennokot or milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) or take a stool softener docusate all available over the counter without need for a prescription. Drink more water.
Answered 6/9/2017
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