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Is Miralax Powder And Colace Right For Constipation?

Our 16 year old son has always had issues with constipation since birth. Pediatricians had him on mineral oil when very young, which helped. His stools are very hard, dry & HUGE. He has gotten to the point of needing a stool softener for months now, to keep him able to pass them. He is still having to strain to the point of hemorrhoids, at times. Per the pharmacist, we just started him on Miralax powder, along with the Colace, and it s really helping. I m curious as to your input on all of this. Thanks so much! Wendy
Mon, 23 May 2016
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Miralax is osmatic laxative that help in constipation.
Mineral oli is stool sofner that give easy passage for stool.

Try to modify your diet for constipation problem.

Drink more water per day .
Take high fiber diet like oats ,beans, whole grains etc. ..

Eat fresh fruits and green vegetables.

Take warm water early morning.
Lemon water give quick relief in indigestion.

Avoid alcohol drinking and smoking.
Avoid too much stress.

Avoid gaseous foods like cabbage, cauliflower, turnips ....etc.
Beetgreens help in proper digestion.
Consent a gastroenterologist for further treatment.

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Is Miralax Powder And Colace Right For Constipation?

Thanks for contacting healthcare magic. Miralax is osmatic laxative that help in constipation. Mineral oli is stool sofner that give easy passage for stool. Try to modify your diet for constipation problem. Drink more water per day . Take high fiber diet like oats ,beans, whole grains etc. .. Eat fresh fruits and green vegetables. Take warm water early morning. Lemon water give quick relief in indigestion. Avoid alcohol drinking and smoking. Avoid too much stress. Avoid gaseous foods like cabbage, cauliflower, turnips ....etc. Beetgreens help in proper digestion. Consent a gastroenterologist for further treatment. Thanks.