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Side effects of laxatives  stool softner

2020-09-22 13:21:31
Sometimes i have hard stool which is difficult to pass doc prescribed me mom plus suspension but whenevwr i take it i got loose stool with mucus... If i stop taking it the mucus also stopped... And the consistency of stool also normal Same happen with the other family members so is it normal?
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U should try bulking agents like isphagula husk and plenty of water. Laxatives may not suit some patients.

Answered2020-09-23 04:38:01

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