Dangers of miralax for adults

Nov 22, 2017

Hearns asked

How fast does Miralax work? I need to use it for constipation and want to know if works faster than other products.

Answer

Miralax (polyethylene glycol) is classified as an osmotic laxative and bulking agent for the treatment of occasional constipation.

At usual doses, Miralax will begin to work in 12 to 72 hours. It works by binding water, causing it be retained within the stool. Additionally, it increases the weight of the stool, softens stool consistency and overall facilitates ease of fecal evacuation. 

Miralax, when taken in doses used for constipation, does NOT quicken transit time in the gastrointestinal tract, unlike stimulant laxatives (which stimulate muscle contractions in the intestines).

How much miralax can i take for severe constipation

This is why Miralax has such a wide range of onset of action. However long it takes a particular individual to pass a bowel movement is generally close to the onset of action of Miralax.

Miralax is a great option for the relief of occasional constipation due to the lack of side effects.

It is not absorbed by the body a

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