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Suggest Dosage For Miralax

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Posted on Tue, 24 Jan 2017
Question: can you take Miralax more than once a day?
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Answered by Dr. Remy Koshy (17 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Ideally to be taken once a day

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query,

Miralax is polyethelene glycol, which is bulk forming agent, which belongs to the class of laxatives.

If you suffer from constipation, ideally once a day dosage is enough for a period of 5-7 days. You should be able to appreciate loose bowel movements within 3 days.

If at all your constipation seems to continue after a week of Miralax consumption, it would be at your best to consult with your doctor.

Meanwhile, consume fiber rich foods and increase fluid intake to a minimum of 3 litres per day.

Hope this helps
Please feel free to discuss further

Regards
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Suggest Dosage For Miralax

Brief Answer: Ideally to be taken once a day Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for posting your query, Miralax is polyethelene glycol, which is bulk forming agent, which belongs to the class of laxatives. If you suffer from constipation, ideally once a day dosage is enough for a period of 5-7 days. You should be able to appreciate loose bowel movements within 3 days. If at all your constipation seems to continue after a week of Miralax consumption, it would be at your best to consult with your doctor. Meanwhile, consume fiber rich foods and increase fluid intake to a minimum of 3 litres per day. Hope this helps Please feel free to discuss further Regards