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Does longer term miralax (polyethylene glycol) use cause electrolyte or acid/base balance abnormalities?

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Dr. James Lin answered

Here are some...: If its use just smooths stool regularity without watery diarrhea, it would not affect your electrolyte and acid/base balance. More? Ask your prescribing doctor. If unsure, test it once in 3-4 months for reassurance; that is reasonable.

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Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

Specializes in Trauma Surgery

NO: There is no difference the dietary fiber. Absorbs water and makes the stool more bulky

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A member asked:

Does longer term miralax (polyethylene glycol) use cause electrolyte or acid/base balance abnormalities?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. James Lin answered

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

Dr Lin agreed

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