Question:
Has anyone used Miralax post op? Long Term?

Please share your experience with me. I was prescribed Miralax after suffering for a long time with constipation. Is it safe to take long term?    — Allison M. (posted on February 10, 2005)

February 9, 2005
My 2 year old was on Miralax b/c she kept holding it in and was all 'stopped' up. BOY did that gush is out of her...She is on it on and off. If they prescribe it for a 2yr I would think its safe! All I know is when she is on the Miralax...it just flows very very quickly! FYI!
   — Jennifer U.

February 10, 2005
Yes. I just asked my GI yet again, is it safe? He said, "every day, for life". I'm not saying I am 100% about getting it in these last 5 yrs, but I tend to do 30 days bouts of perfection, slack a bit, then back on. "MIRAcle LAXative" is right, too. But it's not truly a laxative in the "makes you become dependent" way.
   — vitalady

February 10, 2005
After jacking up my iron, I need to give it another shot, but Miralax did not work for me before. I have the dumbest colon ever :)
   — kultgirl

February 10, 2005
I am over 2years post rny, and constipation has been my major complication. I tried miralax for a while but the real cure came from a post on this site. UP YOUR WATER. One 8-16 ounce glass of water first thing in the morning everyday. As tough as it is to drink, I did it and it was the most reliable fix. I also take 2 colace everyday. It works give it a try. 27mo. post op and struggling to stay at goal!
   — cathy G.