Sorbitol
Uses
- It is used to treat hard stools (constipation).
- Sorbitol softens the stool by raising its water content.
Dosing
How to take
- Take with or without food. Take with food if it causes an upset stomach.
- Take with a full glass of water.
- Mix with juice, milk, water, or sweet foods to make it taste better.
- Use enema rectally.
- Drink lots of noncaffeine liquids unless told to drink less liquid by your doctor.
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