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Is Enema Effective For Treating Constipation Despite Taking Duphalac And Cremafin?

Posted on Wed, 27 Sep 2017

Question: For severe constipation when medicines like Duphalac and cremafin are not providing any comfort is it alright to go for enema?

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (12 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Fiberlact

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand the concerns.
You can take Fiberlact powder 2 tsf in one glass of water twice a day for 2-3 days.
If it do not relieves the constipation, then you can go for enema.
However, enema can induce preterm labour in rare situations, so get in touch with your OBGYN as soon as you have any pain in the abdomen or discharge from vagina.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN
Maternal and fetal medicine specialist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Deepti Verma (31 minutes later)

I am 8 weeks pregnant and today itself I went through enema. Just wanted to understand if it is safe for my condition or I should take second opinion and also what can I do to reduce it's effects?

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (17 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Repeated enema not advisable

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear, Repeated enema is advisable in pregnancy.
You should take high fibre diet, plenty of fluids,and cremaffin for 2 weeks.
If problem persists, then you should consult a gastroenterologist for proper diagnosis and get further treatment accordingly.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma

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