"The Rx Laxative
MiraLax is a tasteless, gritless prescription laxative. Just add a heaping tablespoon (17g) of MiraLax powder to your choice of 8 ounces of water, juice, soda, coffee or tea."
What is MiraLax™ (polyethylene glycol 3350, NF powder for solution)?
MiraLax is a prescription only laxative which has been prescribed by your doctor to treat constipation. This product should only be used by the person for whom it was prescribed.
How do I take MiraLax?
The recommended daily dosage of MiraLax is 17 grams of powder or as directed by a physician. For your convenience, the cap on each bottle is marked with a measuring line and may be used to measure a single dose of MiraLax (about 1 heaping tablespoon). MiraLax should be dissolved in approximately 8 ounces of water, juice, soda, coffee or tea.
What does MiraLax taste like?
When mixed with water, juice, soda, coffee or tea, MiraLax has no discernible taste.
When do I take it?
MiraLax can be taken at any time. It is suggested that you take it first thing in the morning. It can be taken on a full or empty stomach.
Do I need to refrigerate MiraLax?
MiraLax can be stored at room temperature until you mix it for use.
How long will it take to work?
A successful treatment program requires time and effort. Constipation doesn't occur overnight and relief takes time. After beginning MiraLax treatment, a bowel movement can usually be expected within 2 to 4 days.
Are there side effects?
Nausea, abdominal bloating, cramps and flatulence may occur. High doses may produce diarrhea and excessive stool frequency, particularly in elderly nursing home patients.
For how many consecutive days can MiraLax be used?
This product should be used for 2 weeks or less or as directed by a physician.
MiraLax is indicated for the treatment of occasional constipation. This product should be used for 2 weeks or less or as directed by physician. Most common adverse events are nausea, abdominal bloating, cramping, and flatulence. MiraLax is contraindicated in patients with known or suspected bowel obstruction and allergic to polyethylene glycol. Warnings: Symptoms suggestive of bowel obstruction should be ruled out before initiating MiraLax therapy. Precautions: Patients should be evaluated for bowel obstruction or metabolic disorders. Prolonged, frequent or excessive use of MiraLax may result in electrolyte imbalance and dependence on laxatives.
PTILLEN - MIRALAX IS A PRESCRIPTION LAXATIVE. IF YOU TAKE IT REGULARLY YOUR BOWELS *WILL* BECOME DEPENDANT ON IT AND YOU WILL NEED TO USE IT TO GO. HOWEVER, FOR SOME PEOPLE THIS IS WHAT WORKS, BUT THEY ARE COMPLETELY RELIANT ON IT HOWEVER IF CONSTIPATION IS SEVERE THIS IS BETTER THAN SUFFERING.
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