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If you have occasional
constipation, you may benefit from MiraLAX
® (
polyethylene glycol 3350). Although most people tolerate this nonprescription laxative well, it is not suitable for some people. For instance, you may not be able to safely use this laxative if you have a history of a bowel obstruction.
MiraLAX comes in the form of a powder, which is mixed in a beverage and swallowed once daily. This laxative typically causes a bowel movement in one to three days. However, do not take MiraLAX for more than seven days without your healthcare provider's approval.
(For more information, click MiraLAX. This eMedTV article offers more detailed information on this laxative, including dosing guidelines and potential side effects. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)