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I have slight constipation. i have been taking 60 mg of omeprazole daily for 3 weeks. how effective is miralax (polyethylene glycol)? how long does it take to work?
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Continue Miralax (polyethylene glycol): It usually works in 2-3 days. You may need to double dose if no results in 2-3 days. Also add DSS ( stool softener)
Answered 12/4/2020
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