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Took Laxative Pill After Days Of Constipation. Had Normal Bowel Movement Followed By Diarrhea. Advise?
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Mon, 24 Jun 2013
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Question : I took 2 laxative pills yesterday after days of constipation,, first nornal b ms in morning then severe diahrea all day from 11 AM till now,, just took 2 tsp of Immodium,, should I take more
dear patient
If the loose stools are caused by the laxative, the best course of action would be to hold any laxatives and let your bowels recover normal motility; however if loperamide is used, after the initial dose it can be repeated every 6
truly yours
Dr Brenes Salazar MD
Mayo Clinic MN
If the loose stools are caused by the laxative, the best course of action would be to hold any laxatives and let your bowels recover normal motility; however if loperamide is used, after the initial dose it can be repeated every 6
truly yours
Dr Brenes Salazar MD
Mayo Clinic MN
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
I took two teaspoons of immodane an hour ago,, since them hemmorhoids finally started bleeding. How much more immodium can I take before bedtime
the maximum recommended would be 8 tablets (in your case teaspoons) in a 24 hour period
best regards
best regards
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