Polyethylene glycol
Brand: MiraLAX
Common side effects
- Bloating
- Gas
- Nausea
- Loose stools
- Cramping
Key interactions & cautions
- Generally few drug interactions
- Separate from other oral drugs to avoid reduced absorption
Counseling points
- Dissolve dose fully in 8 ounces of liquid
- May take 1 to 3 days to work
- Drink plenty of fluids
- Do not use longer than a week without advice
- Report if you have no bowel movement or worsening pain
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