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How does MiraLax work?

Updated: 12/12/2022
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MiraLax (polyethylene glycol 3350) works by drawing water back into the colon, thus softening the contents (stool) and making for easier bowel movements.

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Is miralax available in Australia?

Is MiraLAX found in Australia


Does miralax come in pill form?

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What is miramax used to treat?

Miralax is used to treat constipation with no side effects. The purpose of Miralax is to regulate the digestive system.


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Miralax, also known as Glycolax and now as several other products as well, is safe in long term use.


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An enema is still the preoperative standard. A Miralax cleanse is not sufficient in the vast majority of cases.


How many cups are in 275 grams of miralax power?

About 1.368 cups


How long does MiraLax stay in your system?

I haven't pooped in four days or more. I've been taking MiraLax for the past four nights and nothing. I don't go, I don't have cramps, I don't have an unusual ammount of gas. Nothing. I do, however, look like I'm four months pregnant and it has forced me to wear baggy shirts. But I don't feel bloated. I'm crossing my fingers and hoping that it will work sometime this weekend when I'm not at work.


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Can taking 17 grams of miralax 3 times a day for cronic constipation produce a negative result from taking opiate medications?

YES I am prescribed miralax 2-3 times a day for chronic constipation & it works well