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Should I Take Another Dose Of Magnesium Citrate For Good Bowel Movements?

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Posted on Thu, 22 Apr 2021
Question: I took a dose of magnesium citrate and had a good bowel movement. Should I take another dose to be sure my colon is empty
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Answered by Dr. Ramesh Kumar (11 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Yes you can.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Have seen your details.
Yes you can repeat a dose or may even take it as and when required.Even you can take miralax.Its also over the counter.
Its very safe.
Thanks!
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Should I Take Another Dose Of Magnesium Citrate For Good Bowel Movements?

Brief Answer: Yes you can. Detailed Answer: Hello, Have seen your details. Yes you can repeat a dose or may even take it as and when required.Even you can take miralax.Its also over the counter. Its very safe. Thanks!