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My son has bile backed up in his intestines we done mirilax for six months now he is getting pain what do i do?
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See below: If the MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) is not working, the dose may need to be increased. However, if in a lot of pain, he may need an inpatient clean out. Talk to your doc.
Answered 6/30/2014
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