She took xrays again and said I wasnt constipated and asked if I was taking the Miralax. I explained that I was, but gradually took down the dosage until I wasnt taking it anymore and the diarrhea persisted. She said "well you can up the amount you are taking - you cant overdose on the stuff" Ok? Why would I want to increase something that causes more water in the stool and diarrhea? I was so confused?
Miralax only gets absorbed in your bowels. It helps by pulling the water into your bowels to help you go and give you softer poop. It doesn't get absorbed into the bloodstream so it won't harm the baby. Class C only means there hasn't been any studies showing there is side effects that will harm the fetus. Doctors prescribe it and suggest it because it is a non-stimulant if taken at the correct dosage.
I just was diagnosed with a tortuous colon after months of agony from constipation and a lifetime of general gastrointestinal issues. I'm only 31 and would prefer not to have surgery...I heard it is very risky and last resort only. I've been told to take Colace and Miralax. I'm still having issues, although not nearly as bad as before I started the Colace. Some days or half days I'm fine and then back to the pain again.
What are some other remedies people have tried?
The cause of my disease also causes chronic GI issues, and constipation/regularity is part of it. I take double doses of Miralax on some days, a normal dosage on the others. My doctors have no problems with it. Other laxitives should be ok'ed by your doctor though. But I am like you, BM's are a rarity most times, but the Miralax helps a great deal.
Btw, my primary disease causes severe bile issues. Small world, take care!
I had the same problem. My doc also prescribed miralax. Im already swamped with other meds, so I decided to go natural to reduce the constipation. Try eating brown (wheat) instead of white and lots of green veggies (greens, spinach). It has done wonders for me.
The beginning of my pregnancy my OB said I could take miralax to help with constipation, but now that I am 37w4d is it safe to take? I don't want to take it if it's going to affect baby in any way.
Has anyone had miralax?
I am 10wks preggo and was wondering if Miralax is safe to take for constipation during pregnancy....I am very constipated and have been drinking Metamucil 2 times a day without any effectiveness....my husband is a pharmacist and says that it is safe because it doesn't enter the bloodstream, but I do not want to take something unless I know that it is safe. I have seen where it is category c. Thanks for your help....
Told us to give him Miralax for a couple of days to relieve the bowel. He did take X-rays prior to, to see how much was backed up and how far up the intestines it was. X-ray showed pretty constipated. Did what the dr asked and they did another X-ray and it showed he was completely cleared of bowel both in the intestines and rectum area. Said it was okay to take him off the Miralax and go back to regular meals and activity. Soon after that appointment, he was again pooping in his pants.
I went to emergency room and had more x-rays and impaction was gone...still advised to take miralax on a lesser dosage and check back in one month...
I am still having the pencil shaped stools...can Miralax be causing this?
Also had blood work done and was told I was 100% healthy from the tests they ran off those.
Should I just stay calm and wait the one month?
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I have a three year old son. He has had problems going to poopy. When I take him to the doctor they just write it off and tell me he is doing it to himself. I see him in pain trying to push the poopy out, he is NOT doing this to himself. I don't know that much about medical stuff. I just know I love my babies, and I am tired of watching him suffer. He sometimes goes for days and weeks without a bowel movement. I have tried all the medicines out there. Something has to give.
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Have you moved your bowels since taking the Imodium? If not, there are lots of OTC products you can try, the recommendation for milk of magnesia is a good one, just follow the instructions on the bottle. Merri said to take 1/2 a cup, which I'm sure she was referring to a medicine cup, because 1/2 measuring cup of MOM would have you going for sure!
One other possibility meds given to children with ADHD can have side effects like aggression and violence, so I would speak to the doctor and ask about the meds and dosage
My son has been on MIraLax for two weeks due to large diameter stools (no other problems just LARGE). His BM's are everyday now, still a bit large in diameter, how long should it take for his bowels/intestine to return to a "normal" size? I'd like to start reducing the Miralax but fear the intestines aren't back to normal yet. Unknown to me he's had this problem for a long time. Unfortunately after your child starts going to bathroom by himself, you stop looking!
Get your husband some Miralax to soften his stools so they are easier to pass. You may have to play around with the dosage a bit but that's okay. You can also go to your pharmacy and ask them what they would recommend. Miralax works very well and I feel it will give him some relief and he may want to keep using it to maintain easy bowel movements. I'm so sorry for the bad news you received, my thoughts and prayers are with both of you.
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