MIRALAX Reviews (POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 3350)Average Rating: 3.3 (535 Ratings)Filter ResultsCompare MIRALAX with similar:
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| RATING | REASON | SIDE EFFECTS FOR MIRALAX | COMMENTS | SEX | AGE | DURATION/ DOSAGE | DATE ADDED |
| 5 | Chronic constipation + post surgery | After constipation issues all my life, it was a relief to have predictable bowel movements. However, in the last 8 mo. I've had two uncontrollable, explosive "happenings". I've never thought about lowering the dosage, I'll consult with my MD. Just grateful something works. I've always been a water drinker, so that wasn't the issue re: constipation. I think IBS, Crohns, and lifestyle were more the problem. | F | 75 | 18 years | 12/5/2006 | 5 | Hirshbrungs | It was a GREAT thing for me. I have a condition where for my entire life, I will ALWAYS have constipation. And even though it will never completely go away. This made it alot easier!! I've been taking it almost my entire life! | F | 24 | 18 years | 6/24/2007 | 5 | chronic constipation | none | I have been using polyethlene glycol since 1993(I am 52 now). Used to get it in jugs (go-litely or some such name). It was only used for bowel cleansing but my gastroenterologist let me try it. Had normal bowel movements for the first time in my life, felt like a normal person after being impacted since age 17 and always treated like just another neurotic, hysterical female. After 14 years have had no bad side effects and had good colonscopy, colon looks really healthy, but I do eat a very hi fiber diet of course and lots of water (shouldn't everyone if they can?). I hope this helps others feel better about this drug that is truly a miracle for people like myself. I would rather risk side effects than live the way I did before using this stuff, but after 14 years - hey, I'm better than ever!! The only problem is it seems to work best when first opened and then looses some of its efficiency. Most generics work fine except for one made by TEVA - tastes bad, doesn't work right. Over all, | F | 52 | 14 years | 2/8/2007 | 5 | constipation | gas | I have been taking it now for about 10 years so far no side effects. | M | 10 years | 11/18/2007 | 5 | colonic inertia | NO side effects, even after 10 years! | GREAT New Information! My daughter works as a pharmacy tech and she found a new supplier for the generic Miralax. You can get it by prescription now again! It is called "Polyethylene Glycol 3350 NF." It is made by Breckenfridge Pharmaceutical, Inc. Ask your doctor to prescribe it as it is way cheaper than OTC Miralax! The bottle holds 527 grams and the Miralax is 510 grams. | F | 54 | 10 years | 1/14/2008 | 1 | Constipation | This is a brief description of the side effects! Oxalate Nephropathy Tremors Tics Obsessive-Compulsive Behavior Neuropsychiatric Events Paranoia Mood Swings Aggression Rage Fears Phobias Anxiety Manic | F | 28 | 10 years 17 g 1X day | 2/22/2017 | 5 | chronic constipation | None | I swear by it.....have had no side effects whatsoever | F | 66 | 8 years | 3/6/2008 | 5 | IBS | Miralax has been miraculous for easy my constant constipation. It works unlike any other laxative. There are no cramps or sudden urges or embarrassing need to get to the rest room. However, I have noticed a change in the past six months. I have been getting gas and bloating and air in my stomach. I have never experienced this before. I think that the manufacturer has changed the formula. It is not a prescription, so there would be no announcement that the ingredients have changed. I am sure something has changed. | I still continue to take Miralax because nothing else works as well. | F | 64 | 8 years 30MB 1X day | 4/8/2011 | 5 | Chronic Colonic Pseudo Obstruction | Bloating and increased urination | This is an update to a report submitted 11/22/09. I had previously been taking Miralax upon awakening; but have now switched to taking my daily dose in the evening. This product causes temporary diarrhea and bloating, relieved by administration of a dilute Fleet enema. It also causes increased urination, which became a challenge when driving to work. My daily weekday regimen (with the full knowledge of my family physician and gastroenterologist) now usually consists of 1-2 glasses of warm water and a dilute Fleet or 1500 mL enema - followed by 20 or more minutes of exercising to cover a minimum of 2 miles - each morning. On Saturday and/or Sunday, I start the morning with a dose of Miralax (after first drinking a bottle of Magnesium Citrate every other or third weekend); followed 1 to 2 hours later by a series of enemas, and lastly my exercise routine. Exercising has been found to increase the peristalsis, making the laxatives and enemas more effective; besides exerting a positive impact on the cardiovascular system (blood pressure, etc). The regimen, though time-consuming and not common for distance runners (who often seem to have just the opposite concerns when they compete), enabled me to complete (in under 2 1/2 hours) my first half marathon in May 2010. This product has enabled me to live a close to "normal" life and possibly prevented removal of my colon. | M | 55 | 7 years 17 g 1X day | 6/28/2010 | 5 | Dry stools | M | 59 | 7 years | 3/2/2020 | 5 | Chronic Colonic Pseudo Obstruction | Bloating and increased urination | I have been taking Miralax (single dose on a daily basis) since 2003. I take it upon awakening and then follow up with an enema (usually a dilute Fleet enema during the week, and a larger enema on weekends or before travelling), since my GI doctor diagnosed my condition as caused by slow colon motility (due in part to life-saving abdominal surgery -treatment of volvulus which resulted in temporary colostomy - performed in 1981). When first prescribed by my GI Specialist, I found Miralax to be a good laxative; but noted that it also caused extensive and uncomfortable bloating. My GI Specialist suggested that those side effects might be offset by an enema. As I write this in November 2009 (after a visit to my GI Specialist in Sept 2009) - Miralax (along with 2-3 additional glasses of water), followed up with an enema, than by 20-30 minutes of cardiovascular exercise (which increases peristalsis) has dramatically improved my quality of life. The above comments have been shared with doctors, nurses, paramedics, PA's and other medical professionals; who all concur with my strict daily regimen. This regimen (according to my GI Specialist) has prevented the need for decompression or to remove my colon. | M | 55 | 6 years | 11/22/2009 | 5 | constipation after liver transplant | none | I could not function without it. I was able to keep working and just retired last month. I cannot say enough good things about it. As far as long term, I have been taking it since November of 2003, 6 years and counting. I take it every evening. | M | 66 | 6 years | 1/28/2010 | 5 | IBS-C | Diarrhea, excessive bowel sounds/movement, smelly gas. Only if I take it too often. | I've been on miralax since before it was over the counter, and with my chronic constipation it's been a real help in preventing the ups and downs I have every month, especially since the Vicodin I'm on for menstrual cramps creates even worse constipation. It's the best softener/laxative i've ever tried, and i've tried many over the last 20 years. I find that I can't take it too often or I feel like I'm going too often so I only take it as needed rather than every single day. | F | 20 | 6 years 7g 1X day | 5/14/2012 | 5 | IBS - C | ABSOLUTELY NONE | I suffered from chronic constipation since birth..My constipation was so bad it was almost disabling at times, never knowing if I could fit into my clothing from one day to the next, it was like I had a ten pound bag of potatoes in my abdomen.. I tried everything from increasing fiber (in massive amounts) in my diet, to suppositories, enemas, herbal teas and concoctions, nothing ever worked, I thought I'd never be "normal" until I finally found a caring GI doc (after years & years of going) who prescribed Miralax.. I've been "regular" ever since.. no more bloating, cramping, flatulence or panicing when I have to go somewhere or fit into something! I too change dosages according to how my body feels and usually take weekend "drug holidays" where I don't take it.. I've also been taking a pro-biotic (Natrol Bio Beads) which seem to help my digestion and keep things moving.. I couldn't live without Miralax!! This stuff has literally improved my life ten | F | 46 | 6 years | 3/10/2008 | 4 | My son has chronic constipation | My son has used Miralax since he was a baby, he is now 6 years old. I worry for so long that he would become dependent on it, in which he has. Although it works well, taking it consistently is sometimes a task. It takes patience to get my son to drink plenty of water daily, but he does well on this medication. | Initially, his Gastroenterologist advised that he would not become dependent on Miralax. Sometimes bloating occurs. Usually, he takes 1 capful, then I decrease it 1/2 cap, then 1-tsp, then 1/2 tsp daily. Just depends if you're consistent. | M | 6 | 6 years | 4/20/2006 | 1 | My child took | Anxiety, depression, stomach pain, | Not approved for children! They don't know side effects! | F | 16 | 6 years | 2/19/2017 | 5 | Constipation & IBS | At times stool consistency was very sticky & difficult to pass & adequately clean. My husband and I both found varying the quantity & frequency of use helped maintain quality and quantity of stools & lead to more frequent complete evacuation. | F | 63 | 5 years 1/2-1 cap | 6/12/2016 | 5 | Constipation | This has been a life saver for me with ibs and constipation all my life. Just 1 teaspoon or less at times gives me a normal daily bm. What a relief with no side effects. | F | 74 | 5 years 1 teaspoon 1X day | 3/7/2022 | 5 | Constipation | This has been a life saver for me with ibs and constipation all my life. Just 1 teaspoon or less at times gives me a normal daily bm. What a relief with no side effects. | F | 74 | 5 years 1 teaspoon 1X day | 3/7/2022 | 5 | Constipation | No side effects except "skinny" stool. | For those of you who are interested, Costco sells the big bottle of Miralax in a 2-pack at a lower price than the other stores, including Walmart. If you use their coupon mailer, it's even cheaper. | M | 60 | 5 years | 12/4/2009 |
MIRALAX (POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 3350): This medication is used to treat occasional constipation. It works by holding water in the stool to soften the stool and increases the number of bowel movements. It is known as an osmotic-type laxative. This medication is also available without a prescription. If you are taking this medication for self-treatment, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist. (See also Precautions.) (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)