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Can miralax (polyethylene glycol) cause you to have flat like stool? i'm currently taking due to fissures but prior was having normal formed stool.

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Possibly : Miralax (polyethylene glycol) can change the caliber of your stool due to its osmotic laxative effects. However, if it persists and it concerns you, have your doctor investigate it some further.

Answered 11/22/2020

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