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For a week severely constipated with constant feeling of having to go. taking miralax (polyethylene glycol) that worked for one day. a little bright red blood in stool

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Try Linzess..: Linzess will help...hydrate your self. Fleet's enema or mag citrate can be used also.

Answered 11/24/2020

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

U need stronger Rx.: Try Milk of Magnesia( mint flavor).1 cap every 8-12 hrs until u go.Usually takes only 2-3 doses.If doesn't work after 24 hrs or so,a doctor visit is mandatory.Continue with the Miralax (polyethylene glycol) daily for mantinence and adjust according to stool consistency.If u require daily Miralax (polyethylene glycol) to stay regular,U need to get checked for secondary causes of chronic constipation.Once discovered,underlying problem solved

Answered 2/15/2015

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