Kirkland, WA
A 38-year-old female asked:
Will miralax (polyethylene glycol) and prune juice help pass/soften hard stool in the rectum? i haven't had a normal bowel movement in 10 days but i'm passing gas.
1 doctor answer • 4 doctors weighed in

Dr. Derek Isenberganswered
Emergency Medicine 18 years experience
Yes: Both MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) and prune juice are excellent ways to get your bowels moving
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