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Does Docusate Interact With Polyethylene Glycol?

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Posted on Thu, 3 Nov 2016
Question: Can "Ducosate Sodium stool softener" be used at the same time as person is taking "Polyethylene glycol 3350 NF power for oral solution"
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Answered by Dr. Scott Rebich (50 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Yes, you can take all three at the same time.

Detailed Answer:
Hi there,

Yes, you can take ducosate, miralax, and milk of magnesia at the same time. Once you start having diarrhea, I would recommend stopping the milk of magnesia and only taking miralax or ducosate.

I would also recommend a colonoscopy if your constipation continues.
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Does Docusate Interact With Polyethylene Glycol?

Brief Answer: Yes, you can take all three at the same time. Detailed Answer: Hi there, Yes, you can take ducosate, miralax, and milk of magnesia at the same time. Once you start having diarrhea, I would recommend stopping the milk of magnesia and only taking miralax or ducosate. I would also recommend a colonoscopy if your constipation continues.