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A member asked:

I have acute viral gastroenteritis right now and had it for 4 days. i feel so much better now! would it be safe to take miralax (polyethylene glycol) or prune juice today?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

I take it that: You normally suffer from chronic constipation and taking miralax/prune juice on a regular basis.You may want to wait a few more days before you start your routine.You know your body best though. Use your clinical judgement. Be sure you are well hydrated.

Answered 1/5/2019

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See below: There is no reason to take either one, at this point.

Dr Ferguson agreed

Answered 9/2/2018

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