HOW DO I
TAKE VOWST?
There are 3 steps to taking VOWST
Watch the step-by-step video of how and when to take VOWST
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Using a laxative is important because it helps clear out leftover antibiotics from your gut so that VOWST can work properly
![10-ounce laxative prior to taking VOWST](https://www.vowst.com/themes/custom/vowst/assets/images/how_to_take_vowst/one_dose_icon.png)
Only 10 ounces
![Icon](https://www.vowst.com/themes/custom/vowst/assets/img/vs-icon.png)
![Comparative size of typical colonoscopy prep, 128 ounces.](https://www.vowst.com/themes/custom/vowst/assets/images/how_to_take_vowst/jug_icon.png)
128 ounces
“That’s less than a can of soda.”
~ Person with recurrent
C. diff*
Magnesium citrate typically causes a bowel movement within 30 minutes to 6 hours
*Quote from a participant in a market research interview (09/22)