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Long term use of stool softeners.
I am suffering from chronic fissure in ano for the last about 4 months. Can I take stool softeners like PegClear solution on a continuing basis for months together.
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[ ] Hi, for constipation indly note down following:Lacti fibre / PEG fibre/ Free go POWDER - one teaspoon in one glass of Luke warm water morning and night after meal for 20 days. Tab. FLAGYL 400 mg (1-1-1) after meal for 7 days. CHEW tablet ZENTEL 400mg daily after dinner for 3 days. Take plenty of salads with lunch and dinner. Increase intake of water. Avoid bread. Feel free to add any further quary.
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