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However, milder products (e.g., stool softeners, bulk-forming laxatives) should be used whenever possible for constipation. Magnesium citrate is a saline laxative that is thought to work by increasing fluid in the small intestine. It usually results in a bowel movement within 30 minutes to 3 hours.
Nothing to drink after midnight! You may take all of your morning medications as usual with 4 oz. of water up to 3 hours before your procedure. *4 hours before, Only if instructed by your physician, drink 10 oz. of Magnesium Citrate.