my baby is constipated.. ot seems so her pediatrician suggested Empty laxative to make her stools soft.. should I go ahead with it

1 Answer

Dr Vandan H KumarFather of a 7 yr 4 m old boy4 years ago

A. if the child is having hard stools then yes you can give this medicine but at the same time it is important to go for dietary modification and plenty of water and fibre diet should be given

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