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Can Additional Dosage Of Magnesium Citrate Be Taken For Persistent Constipation?

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Posted on Fri, 8 Sep 2017
Question: Can I take magnesium citrate for constipation two days in a row if the first dosage doesn't work the first day?
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Yes, you can!

Detailed Answer:
HI and thanks so much for this query.

It is okay to take another dose. There is no harm in doing so. Also, increase your fluids intake and strive to exercise-brisk walking is okay.

I wish you well. Feel free to follow-up with me if need be.
Regards

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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Dr. Chobufo Ditah

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Practicing since :2009

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Can Additional Dosage Of Magnesium Citrate Be Taken For Persistent Constipation?

Brief Answer: Yes, you can! Detailed Answer: HI and thanks so much for this query. It is okay to take another dose. There is no harm in doing so. Also, increase your fluids intake and strive to exercise-brisk walking is okay. I wish you well. Feel free to follow-up with me if need be. Regards