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Are over-the-counter laxatives okay to use after surgery if patients haven had a bowel movement?

April 26, 2017bowel laxatives movement over-the-counter Patients surgery

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Are over-the-counter laxatives okay to use after surgery if patients haven had a bowel movement?

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Irregular bowels are common following surgery and it is acceptable to use nonprescription laxatives if necessary. Walking and decreasing the amount of pain medicine you take will help your bowels restore regularity.