A member asked:

Toddler got constipated and started taking miralax, (polyethylene glycol) but now if she stops taking it she gets constipated right away. is it safe for her keep taking it?

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It's safe: If this is just a one time thing for a few days, usually just some extra fluids and/or juice. If it is a long term problem, then some diet changes with less milk products and more fiber needed. In addition, a product called MiraLAX (generic peg or polyethylene glycol) used on a routine basis is helpful. It is very safe and not an addicting laxative - just helps attract more water into the stool.

Answered 7/3/2017

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