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Laxatives weaken the intestines. Can you give me a medicine to relieve my constipation?

User Krzysiek
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A list of foods that help with constipation is
Water
Yogurt (not the flavored stuff)
Clear soups
Prunes (be careful with these, they will give you the runs)
Wheat bran
Broccoli
Apples
Pears

Now if you are looking for a medication for it, I would suggest Plecanatide (Trulance), fiber supplements, osmotic agents(milk of magnesia or Miralax), or a stool softener.
User Getsaf
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Answer:

Look at the explanation

Step-by-step explanation:

Fiber is the laxative most doctors recommend for normal and slow-transit constipation. Abdominal cramping, bloating, or gas can occur when abruptly increasing or changing your dietary fiber intake. Fiber is naturally available in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains (especially wheat bran lol).

Hope this helps!

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