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6 year old had one 100mg dose of doxy for tick bite.now has bad constipation. began probiotics. glycerine suppositories help a tiny bit few big hard balls come out then constipation. only eats veggies/chicken. how much prune juice can i give daily?

Q: 6 year old had one 100mg dose of doxy for tick bite.now has bad constipation. began probiotics. glycerine suppositories help a tiny bit few big hard balls come out then constipation. only eats veggies/chicken. how much prune juice can i give daily?

: Best to make sure he is drinking plenty of fluid especially water. 4-6 ounces of prune juice is acceptable. Also, popcorn and strawberries can be very beneficial. If not improving consistently, he should be seen by his physician.

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Best to make sure he is drinking plenty of fluid especially water. 4-6 ounces of prune juice is acceptable. Also, popcorn and strawberries can be very beneficial. If not improving consistently, he should be seen by his physician.

Answered 4/19/2023

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A member asked:

6 year old had one 100mg dose of doxy for tick bite.now has bad constipation. began probiotics. glycerine suppositories help a tiny bit few big hard balls come out then constipation. only eats veggies/chicken. how much prune juice can i give daily?

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