Q&A(18)
Q: How many grams. I need 238 grams for colonoscopy prep?
A: This IS what the GI doctor ordered for the colonoscopy prep.
submitted bydont know - 3 years agoA: There are 17g of Polyethylene Glycole 3350 (osmotic laxative) in each dose. As a reminder, MiraLAX is not indicated for use in preparation for colonoscopy. We recommend following your doctor’s directions when preparing for a colonoscopy.
submitted byMiraLAX Team - 3 years agoBrand expertA: This bottle. Just an FYI, I needed to split this into two batches. I used my kitchen scale to weigh it. I don’t know why the Miralax “brand expert” is saying it’s not intended for colonoscopy prep; this is the product my gastroenterologist recommended.
submitted byElle - 2 months agoA: 8.3oz is equal to 238 grams. Says so on label.
submitted byDHR - 2 years ago
Q: Can a toddler use it for constipation?
A: Benefiber is a good alternative for small children over MiraLAX. The difference is that one is fiber and the other a laxative. Our pediatrician recommended Benefiber over MiraLAX explaining that the body will not get "addicted" to fiber, as it can with a laxative. It's like eating too many carrots! Fiber won't hurt you and it will keep the bowels regular to avoid constipation. Benefiber sold over the counter. It is tasteless, odorless and colorless and comes in generic form as well. We mixed in our child's water, juice or milk and he never knew it was there.
submitted byShoppergirl68 - 5 years agoA: I would not recommend it (we did, and unfortunately, there were some side effects we weren't aware of). I would do a Google search, and you can see all the studies being done on the issues that parents have seen with giving it to a toddler/child. We ended up getting Culturelle Kids Regularity and it has helped a lot.
submitted bybokes16 - 7 years ago
Q: how much should I use? I looked for that info on the bottle but couldn't find it. Thank you
A: The dosage for adults and children 17 years of age and older is 17 grams of powder. The bottle top is a measuring cup marked to contain the 17 grams of powder when filled to the indicated line (white section in cap).
submitted byMiraLAX Team - 7 months agoBrand expert
Q: husband diabetic. Can he take this? Any "form" of sugar/sugar products in this?
A: The only ingredient in this product is Polyethylene Glycol. When thinking about taking a new product, please reach out to your husband's doctor in regards to his medical condition since they are more familiar with his history.
submitted byMiraLAX Team - 8 months agoBrand expert
Q: What is the expiration date of the 45 dose bottle?
A: Look on the label, on the left side of the bottle.
submitted byUser - 4 months ago
Q: What are the Ingredients and Other Ingrediets?
A: The only ingredient in this product is, Polyethylene Glycol 3350.
submitted byMiraLAX Team - 1 year agoBrand expert
Q: how long does it take to work?
A: MiraLAX can take up to 3 days to begin working, however many consumers experience a bowel movement within 24 hours.
submitted byMiraLAX Team - 2 years agoBrand expert
Q: I add it to my cappuccino and it tastes weird. Any suggestion?
A: Since this product is intended to be tasteless, we suggest you discontinue use.
submitted byMiraLAX Team - 3 years agoBrand expert
Q: is this liquid an if not do you have miralax in a liquid form
A: This product is not in liquid form. MiraLAX is only available in granulated powder.
submitted byMiraLAX Team - 3 years agoBrand expert
Q: Can babies use this?
A: This product is indicated for adults and children 17 years of age and older. For children 16 years of age and younger, please ask your doctor.
submitted byMiraLAX Team - 4 years agoBrand expert