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Any alternative for active medication in miralax (polyethylene glycol) that is not in powder form. is it save to take laxatives with possible bowel obstruction/ impaction?

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Dr. Arthur Heller answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Dissolve powder: The powder (polyethylene glycol) gets dissolved in water or other liquid-becomes tastelss liquid, not gummy. Do not self treat possible impaction or obstruction. See md. Bowel obstruction can be a big deal; laxatives are contraindicated (i.e. Do not use) if obstructed. Fecal impactions and possible obstructions need to be evaluated by md before advising appropriate rx.

Answered 7/21/2018

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

No and NOOOOO: Mirlax is powder and mix in water or juice. Do not take any laxative by mouth with possible bowel obstruction ever!

Answered 4/24/2018

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