Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Miralax Powder
Miralax Powder
| Generic name | Polyethylene glycol 3350 |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Laxatives (osmotic laxative) |
| Forms | Powder (mixed with liquid before taking) |
MiraLAX is a brand-name, over-the-counter medicine used to treat occasional constipation. It comes as a powder that you mix with a drink before taking it, and you do not need a doctor's prescription to buy it.
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- Don't start, stop, or change a dose on your own
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