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Can miralax eventually stop working? i've been on miralax and prune juice everyday for almost a year prescribed by gastro. is this safe?

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Dr. Daniel Motola answered

Safe: You could increase the dose. This is safe medication. If you are having diarrhea on it stop or reduce dose. Goal is to achieve soft stools that are easy to pas

Answered 7/29/2018

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A member asked:

Can miralax eventually stop working? i've been on miralax and prune juice everyday for almost a year prescribed by gastro. is this safe?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Daniel Motola answered

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