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Can just 1dose of miralax cause diarrhea for a couple of days? can it really last in your system that long?

Q: can just 1dose of miralax cause diarrhea for a couple of days? can it really last in your system that long?

: Yes, it can.Since there is not specific dosing or MiraLax other than the 1 capful recommended to start with, it does work “too well” for some people. If loose stools continue, wait before you take another dose and if you’re needing it again, take a lower dose. Please contact your doctor if lasting much longer or if any blood in your stool.

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Yes, it can.Since there is not specific dosing or MiraLax other than the 1 capful recommended to start with, it does work “too well” for some people. If loose stools continue, wait before you take another dose and if you’re needing it again, take a lower dose. Please contact your doctor if lasting much longer or if any blood in your stool.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 4/1/2021

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A member asked:

Can just 1dose of miralax cause diarrhea for a couple of days? can it really last in your system that long?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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