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I am on medication from recent heart surgery. can i safely take miralax to ease constipation which is a side effect of one of the medicines?
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Yes. Miralax is a product that binds water in the digestive tract and functions to keep nearby fecal matter moist. It stays within the digestive tract and does not enter your bloodstream & interfere with other meds. It takes 2-4 days of regular use to see the benefits.
Answered 7/3/2023
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