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Is miralax (polyethylene glycol) typically safe for everyone? including people with heart conditions?

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Dr. Joel Gorfinkel answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

Yes, and yes: Miralax (polyethylene glycol) wen used chronically helps constipation, and is safe when used as directed.

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/1/2016

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