Very Constipated betta

[Gowalkitoff]

I am trying to help my daughter's betta which hasn't pooped in a good 2 weeks now.  Big belly like a pregnant guppy. For the last 5 days I have put it in a pitcher with epsom salts for the afternoons, and have been alternating fasting and feeding pea.  Have already tried feeding deworming flakes.  Doesn't seem to be getting worse, at least.  Doesn't seem as gross as dropsy.  Any other tips? 

[Pastis]

There is an oil efficient for this.... don't remember the name, ricin or something like that

[Gowalkitoff]

I think ricin is a poison.  Are you thinking of castor oil? 

Edit: you're right lol

[Gowalkitoff]

Also how would i administer this to a betta?  Soak a pellet in it?  I have some already. Its a phenominal human laxative and skin cleanser, lol

[Pastis]

Yes castor oil   

First don't give him food for 2 or 3 days, and yes soak a pellet in it and give it to him

[Gowalkitoff]

Ok will do, thank you!

[Gilbotron]

Many Bettas are prone to obesity.  Its recommended to not feed every day.  I used to get bloated bettas quite often and since I went to 1 or 2 days a week with no food, doesn't seem to happen anymore.