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Can you explain if it's safe to use expired miralax (polyethylene glycol)?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Expiration: In general, recommend against use of expired medications.

Dr Anyanwu and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/31/2021

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A member asked:

Can you explain if it's safe to use expired miralax (polyethylene glycol)?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Anyanwu and another doctor agreed

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