A 21-year-old male asked:
what would be safer & more effective for treatment of chronic constipation? 4 daily doses of miralax or 2 daily doses of miralax w/30ml of lactulose?
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Dr. Charles Cattano answered
39 years experience Gastroenterology
Evaluation needed...: Before you contemplate long term laxative dependency, seek medical evaluation--rule out metabolic causes of constipation (e.g. Low thyroid or adrenal conditions), distinguish slow versus normal transit constipation, consider a primary rectal dysfunction that may be treatable with biofeedback, check for structural pathology or extrinsic impingement, or intermittent ileus (e.g. Pseudo-obstruction).
Answered on Nov 28, 2017
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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered
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Likely safe: How long term you do have in mind? You may wish to increase your intake of fiber foods to help move your bowels. Exercise will help too,
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Dr. Ron Eaker answered
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Possibly: This is generally a short term treatment protocol, but can be used safely for an extended period if monitored correctly
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A 21-year-old male asked:
Dr. Christopher Cirino answered
23 years experience Infectious Disease
It is okay: Lactulose is safe if taken as written in the guidelines - 15-30ml - once to twice daily (60ml/day). It is a rare cause of metabolic acidosis when tak ... Read More
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A 22-year-old male asked:
Dr. Alvin Wells answered
42 years experience Rheumatology
Chronic constipation: Given your results, you should see a gastroenterologist. You may be able to see someone more readily via HealthTap.
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