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Can you put MiraLAX in a milkshake?

Can you put MiraLAX in a milkshake?

By the way, if you have occasional constipation and need to take MiraLAX ® 2 , you can add it to any beverage, including a juice or smoothie. MiraLAX ® works naturally with the water in your body to hydrate and soften your stool, unblocking your system.

Does milk affect MiraLAX?

Milk of magnesia and other magnesium hydroxide products can cause the same side effects as MiraLAX, as well as: cramping.

What is the best thing to mix with MiraLAX?

Clear liquids include: Water, Strained fruit juices (no pulp) including apple, white grape or white cranberry, Limeade or lemonade, Coffee or tea (do not use any milk/cream, you may use sugar or lemon), Chicken broth, soda, Gatorade (yellow only), popsicles (no red), Jell-o (no red).

Can MiraLAX be mixed with lemonade?

At 5:00 pm (or 2pm if you prefer an earlier schedule) mix Miralax with the 64 ounce bottle of Gatorade/lemonade/coconut water. Make sure the Miralax powder is well dissolved. Drink an 8 ounce glass of the Miralax solution every 10-15 minutes until it is finished.

Can I put MiraLAX in Coke?

Pour the powder into 4 to 8 ounces of a cold or hot beverage such as water, juice, soda, coffee, or tea. Stir this mixture and drink it right away. Do not save for later use. Polyethylene glycol 3350 should produce a bowel movement within 1 to 3 days of using the medication.

How quickly does MiraLAX work?

How long does it take for MiraLAX® to work? MiraLAX® generally produces a bowel movement in one to three days. Because it works naturally with the water in your body without causing harsh side effects, you do not need to worry about sudden urgency.

Can you put MiraLAX in Coke?

Can I mix MiraLAX with ginger ale?

Laxative Dosage At 6:00PM (you can start earlier if you want) you will begin by mixing 2 oz. of Lactulose, 1 Capful of Miralax (17 g) in 8oz of Apple Juice, Ginger Ale, Ice Tea, Lemonade, Sprite, or Water. If you are a diabetic use Water, Diet Sprite, Diet Ginger Ale, or Non- Sweetened ice Tea.

What kind of liquid do I need to take Miralax?

MiraLAX can be taken with hot, cold, or room temperature liquids. You need at least 4 fl oz (120 ml) of liquid to fully dissolve a single dose, but you’ll get the best results with a full 8 fl oz (240 ml) glass, which is about the size of a coffee cup. MiraLAX is practically flavorless and non-gritty, so it’s fine to take it with plain water.

What kind of laxative is Miralax for breakfast?

Clear liquids for breakfast (see attached list) Clear liquids for lunch MiraLax is an osmotic laxative used commonly in the treatment of occasional constipation. MiraLax has no sugar or sweetener, no taste, grit, or residue.

What are the dosage and side effects of Miralax?

Usual Pediatric Dose of MiraLAX for Constipation — Acute: Occasional constipation: Children greater than 6 months of age: 0.5 to 1.5 g/kg daily (initial dose 0.5 g/kg; titrate to effect) Maximum dose: 17 g/day Fecal impaction: Children greater than 3 years of age: 1 to 1.5 g/kg daily for 3 days Maximum dose: 100 g daily Bowel preparation