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Is linzess safe and better than miralax (polyethylene glycol)? a new doctor prescribed it and the pharmacist sternly warned against it.

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Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

Specializes in Trauma Surgery

You have to choose: Between your MD or a pharmacist. The MD has the advantage to follow his patients and judge how well it works vs anecdotal stories by the pharmacist. Nevertheless, Miralax (polyethylene glycol) has fewer side effects

Answered 5/30/2019

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