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I went to the doctor and have been prescribed miralax for 3 days. i have noticed no diff. in bowel movements. an x-ray showed constipation from the beginning of the colon to the stomach. what can be done to help move things along until my gastro appt?
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I would consider the addition of lactulose to your regimen. A safe syrup type medicine that stays in the GI tract and helps move things along. Could also try an OTC fleets enema which is same and might get things going.
Answered 7/30/2022
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