MiraLAX® Gentle Constipation Relief Osmotic Laxative Powder
When occasional constipation disrupts your life, get gentle and effective relief with MiraLAX®. As the #1 physician-recommended OTC laxative brand, MiraLAX works differently than stimulant laxatives. It works naturally with the water in your body to hydrate, soften, and ease stool through the colon without causing harsh side effects, so you can get back to feeling like yourself.
A Different, Gentler Way to Relieve Constipation
Unlike stimulant laxatives that forcefully contract the muscles in your colon, MiraLAX is an osmotic laxative. It uses a simple, natural process. The active ingredient, Polyethylene Glycol 3350, draws water into your colon. This increased water content softens the stool and increases the frequency of bowel movements, allowing your system to unblock itself gently and naturally.
- Works Naturally with Your Body: Uses the water in your body to provide predictable relief from occasional constipation.
- No Harsh Side Effects: Clinically proven to relieve constipation without causing gas, bloating, cramping, or sudden urgency.
- Tasteless & Easy to Take: The grit-free powder dissolves completely in any hot or cold beverage with no added taste.
The #1 Doctor Recommended Choice
✓ Physician Recommended: MiraLAX has been the #1 Physician Recommended OTC laxative brand since it became available without a prescription in 2007.
✓ Pure & Simple Formula: Free from gluten, sugar, and preservatives, making it a clean and simple choice.
✓ Expert Endorsed: “For occasional constipation, an osmotic laxative like MiraLAX is often a first-line recommendation. Its mechanism is gentle and it’s well-tolerated by most patients, avoiding the cramping associated with stimulants.” – Dr. Mark Pimentel, MD, Gastroenterologist.
✓ Learn More from the Experts: Understand how different laxatives work. Read this information on Osmotic Laxatives from the Mayo Clinic.
Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each dose)Purpose
- Polyethylene Glycol 3350, 17 gOsmotic Laxative
Use
■ Relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) ■ Generally produces a bowel movement in 1-3 days
Warnings
Allergy alert: Do not use if you are allergic to polyethylene glycol.
Do not use if you have kidney disease, except under the advice and supervision of a doctor.
Ask a doctor before use if you have: ■ nausea, vomiting or abdominal pain ■ a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks ■ irritable bowel syndrome
Stop use and ask a doctor if: ■ you have rectal bleeding or your nausea, bloating, cramping or abdominal pain gets worse. These may be signs of a serious condition. ■ you get diarrhea ■ you need to use a laxative for longer than 1 week
Directions
- ■ Do not take more than directed unless advised by your doctor.
- ■ The bottle top is a measuring cap marked to contain 17 grams of powder when filled to the indicated line.
- ■ Adults and children 17 years of age and older: fill to top of white section in cap which is marked to indicate the correct dose (17 g). Stir and dissolve in 4 to 8 ounces of any beverage (hot, cold or room temperature) then drink. Use once a day. Use no more than 7 days.
- ■ Children 16 years of age or under: ask a doctor.
Inactive ingredients: none
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- How is MiraLAX different from stimulant laxatives?
- Stimulant laxatives work by causing the muscles of the intestine to contract to move stool along. MiraLAX works differently and more gently by drawing water into your colon to soften the stool and unblock your system naturally.
- How quickly will it work?
- MiraLAX is designed for gentle, predictable relief and generally produces a bowel movement in 1 to 3 days. It does not cause sudden urgency.
- Is it safe to take every day?
- The product is indicated for short-term use (up to 7 days) for occasional constipation. If you need to use a laxative for longer than one week, you should stop use and consult your doctor.
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