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is anyone taking laxatives?

erica5688erica5688 member
in July 2015 Moms
So anyone have recommendations for preggers safe laxatives?? I have hemrroids and so beyond constipated, any tips? Anyone have the same problem?
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  • jenwalker1978jenwalker1978 member
    No, but I wish I could.  My doc said to avoid them and to increase fiber intake.

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  • ChristyM87ChristyM87 member
    No but I am seriously considering taking Miralax. It is not a laxative but it makes going easier. It is available over the counter and is safe for pregnancy
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  • DecemberGirl1216DecemberGirl1216 member
    Be careful with laxatives because you can end up dehydrating from them. Maybe talk to your medical provider about using colace which is a stool softener and should help. Also if you're not really try to drink lots of water. Have you tried prunes or prune juice?
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  • lizb7lizb7 member
    I was told colace is ok to take
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  • erica5688erica5688 member
    DecemberGirl1216 said:

    Be careful with laxatives because you can end up dehydrating from them. Maybe talk to your medical provider about using colace which is a stool softener and should help. Also if you're not really try to drink lots of water. Have you tried prunes or prune juice?


    No I haven't tried it. With my nausea I don't even know if that would stay in. I'm going to try it though.
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  • JennyJensingJennyJensing member
    My doc suggested Dulcoloax suppositories if needed. I haven't used them yet this pregnancy, but they were a lifesaver last time!
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  • DecemberGirl1216DecemberGirl1216 member
    erica5688 said:

    DecemberGirl1216 said:

    Be careful with laxatives because you can end up dehydrating from them. Maybe talk to your medical provider about using colace which is a stool softener and should help. Also if you're not really try to drink lots of water. Have you tried prunes or prune juice?


    No I haven't tried it. With my nausea I don't even know if that would stay in. I'm going to try it though.
    I hope you feel better!
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