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Is castor oil a good option for bowel clearance? - #47784
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Can I take a tablespoon of castor oil to clear bowels? It is early morning. Would it help or you would suggest some other laxative.
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It’s better to take Tab Erandbhrushta haritaki 0-0-2 With lukewarm water at bedtime.
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Hello, Yes. It can be taken. But better not to take on daily basis just avoid the habit. You can take once a week.
In general if you have complete bowel evacuation in a day, please do not go for any laxatives, instead stick to good fiber rich diet practices.
Take care, Kind regards.
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