Question 1

does miralax (polyethylene glycol) cause gas or cramps?

Accepted Answer

Miralax (polyethylene glycol): Usually not, but it can. Certainly the safest laxative out there, but there are still side effects.

Question 2

miralax causes extreme gas. what are some better ways to treat encropresis that doesnt cause gas?

Accepted Answer

Under age: kindly let an adult ask on your behalf, you have to be 16 years old to be able to ask for yourself, other laxatives can used, as you need to avoid constipation, watch your diet, eat lots of fruits and vegetables, drink lots of plain water, at least 1-2 liters per day, good luck

Question 3

i took a very small dose of miralax only a 1/2 teaspoon ( small amount due to my sensitive stomach issues ibs). for 2 days now i am having alot of trapped gas in my intestines. can a small amount of miralax cause trapped gas and cramps?

Accepted Answer

: Maybe/not. MiraLAX is just a binding agent that grabs water &amp; holds on tight, preventing its removal from poop in transit. You may have a specific sensitivity to the product, but it is likely unrelated and more from some other gut issue. Gas is a combination of air you swallow during feeds and gas triggered by bacterial action on the gut waste. Probiotics may help the gas issue.

Question 4

sunday i had stomach cramps likely gas, so i took miralax & coffee which did make me have a bm. monday i ate a burger which gave me diarrhea & since then ive had bubbly gassy stomach feeling but cant go. what to do?

Accepted Answer

: Rather than depending on laxatives, consider:  adequate hydration, increasing soluble fiber in your diet, and moderate exercise.  You want to regulate yourself with a regimen that can be sustained.  For now, try going for a walk

Question 5

can mirilax cause gas in babies?

Accepted Answer

Not really.: Gas in babies is either swallowed air, or from incomplete digestion of food. Miralax (polyethylene glycol) has nothing to do with this.

Question 6

does metamucil cause gas cramps?

Accepted Answer

Fermented...: Many fibers, particularly the water insoluble kind, are readily fermented by your gut flora. Some people have certain intolerances to bean husks (try beano), to wheat/barley/rye (gluten sensitivity), ;/or have a particularly active population in their gut of gas-forming organisms (try bifidobacter-containing probiotics). Maybe altered GI motility, ibs, air swallowing, maldigestion/malabsorption?

Question 7

does miralax (polyethylene glycol) cause sever cramps?

Accepted Answer

It could: taken in a dose that is high for you, it might cause cramping as could severe constipation.

Question 8

can taking miralax (polyethylene glycol) every day cause excess gas?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Some side effects of miralax:  gastrointestinal: abdominal bloating, cramping, diarrhea, flatulence, nausea.

Question 9

i have been unable to pass gas easily since last week. i can do#2 without a problem, so i dont think its a blockage. i was taking miralax and phillips fiber gummies before to prevent constipation. could they have caused a motility problem?

Accepted Answer

: It may have more to do with the sensitivity of your anal sphincter. If the matter is of concern, you should consult a gastroentrologist.

Question 10

i have had constipation, gas, and bloating for two weeks. stool softeners and miralax seem to cause cramping and no long term relief. suggestions?

Accepted Answer

Constipation: If you have the urge to have a bowel movement but can't, work from below by inserting a dulcolax rectal suppository. If not successful, insert a fleets enema. If still no results you may need to be disimpacted rectally and this would involve going to the hospital emergency room. If this has been a very new change in bowel habits for you, a colonoscopy is recommended after things have settled down.

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Does miralax (polyethylene glycol) cause gas or cramps?

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Miralax causes extreme gas. what are some better ways to treat encropresis that doesnt cause gas?

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I took a very small dose of miralax only a 1/2 teaspoon ( small amount due to my sensitive stomach issues ibs). for 2 days now i am having alot of trapped gas in my intestines. can a small amount of miralax cause trapped gas and cramps?

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Sunday i had stomach cramps likely gas, so i took miralax & coffee which did make me have a bm. monday i ate a burger which gave me diarrhea & since then ive had bubbly gassy stomach feeling but cant go. what to do?

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Can mirilax cause gas in babies?

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Does metamucil cause gas cramps?

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Does miralax (polyethylene glycol) cause sever cramps?

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Can taking miralax (polyethylene glycol) every day cause excess gas?

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I have been unable to pass gas easily since last week. i can do#2 without a problem, so i dont think its a blockage. i was taking miralax and phillips fiber gummies before to prevent constipation. could they have caused a motility problem?

A member asked:

I have had constipation, gas, and bloating for two weeks. stool softeners and miralax seem to cause cramping and no long term relief. suggestions?

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