A member asked:

My gi wants me to take miralax (polyethylene glycol) indefinitely for constipation. is this safe?

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Yes: if it works to reduce your constipation, and it is the best solution you can come up with, it should not be a problem to use it long-term. Just be sure to keep in touch with your doctor if you have any side effects of any sort. Most people don't. Good luck.

Answered 5/27/2021

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