Constipation in pregnacy

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I am 9 weeks pregnant and suffering from constipation problem. Kindly suggest me any laxative which will helpful in softening hard stools during pregnancy.

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Contact directly for prescription after few questions on allergy

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Dr. Nidhi Sharma Gynecologist/Obstetrician 19 yrs exp Chennai · Accepted Answer

Dr. Nidhi Sharma

Gynecologist/Obstetrician 19 yrs exp Chennai

Syrup Duphalac 4 spoons at bedtime daily for 3 days with a glass of warm water will help to clear bowel next morning Take 3 bananas daily

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Continue iron and calcium supplements Mothers Horlicks two spoons with milk two times a day

Health Tips

Isabgol powder 2 spoons at bedtime daily Take a boiled egg daily Avoid papaya and pineapple

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