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Can Senokot And Mineral Oil Be Taken Together To Relieve Constipation?

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Posted on Thu, 4 May 2017
Question: I have been taking restore a lax for two weeks and it's not doing anything it is just accumulating on my left side can I take mineral oil and Senokot together
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Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Senokot and Mineral oil can be taken together

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank You for trusting HealthcareMagic,

Senokot (Senna) and Mineral oil can be taken together to relieve constipation.

However, I would recommend discontinuing Restoralax, before starting Mineral oil and Senokot. Too many laxatives can cause side effects like diarrhea, electrolyte imbalance etc.

Take plenty of fluids, include high-fiber diet and probiotics like Yogurt, and avoid caffeinated drinks, exercise regularly to help relieve constipation.

Hope I was able to help you
Please feel free to address any further questions here

Regards,
Dr.Lekshmi

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Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal

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Can Senokot And Mineral Oil Be Taken Together To Relieve Constipation?

Brief Answer: Senokot and Mineral oil can be taken together Detailed Answer: Hello, Thank You for trusting HealthcareMagic, Senokot (Senna) and Mineral oil can be taken together to relieve constipation. However, I would recommend discontinuing Restoralax, before starting Mineral oil and Senokot. Too many laxatives can cause side effects like diarrhea, electrolyte imbalance etc. Take plenty of fluids, include high-fiber diet and probiotics like Yogurt, and avoid caffeinated drinks, exercise regularly to help relieve constipation. Hope I was able to help you Please feel free to address any further questions here Regards, Dr.Lekshmi