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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol 3350) is a gentle laxative product that increases the water content in your intestines in order to initiate a bowel movement. It comes in a powder that is easily stirred into hot or cold beverages, and, when taken according to the instructions, is normally effective with minimal side effects. However, special care should be taken with children or those with underlying health conditions. All bottles of MiraLAX come with lids that double as measuring cups. While the outside of the cap is purple, the underside is white up to a line that is marked for 17 grams, which is the proper single dosage for MiraLAX.[1]Get a box of single-dose MiraLAX packets so you don’t have to measure it out every time.Generic brands of MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol 3350) usually have a measuring cup inside the cap as well, although the particular setup may vary. The standard dose is always 17 grams, though. Pour the fine, white powder into the cap until it fills the white section of the cap’s underside. Gently tap or shake the cap in order to level out the powder and make sure it’s at the 17-gram line.[2]If you have a box of single-use packets, simply pour the contents of a single packet into your chosen beverage (see below).Do not take a larger dose of MiraLAX unless instructed by your doctor. Talk to a doctor before giving a child under 17 any amount of MiraLAX.Advertisement 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.[3]MiraLAX is practically flavorless and non-gritty, so it’s fine to take it with plain water. You can also try tea, coffee, or juice.[4]Don’t mix MiraLAX into alcoholic beverages. Also, mixing it into carbonated beverages (like soda) may cause them to bubble over when you stir the mixture. Use a spoon to give your cup of liquid a quick stir, until you no longer see flecks of MiraLAX in it. Drink the entire cup or glass within the next 10-15 minutes.[5]It is not recommended to combine the mixture and then drink some or all of it later since it will thicken and be hard to drink. Wait until you can drink the full amount before mixing it.You don’t have to “chug” the mixture, though. Just take normal sips over several minutes until you drink it all. Make sure to stir your glass in between sips so the MiraLAX doesn’t settle on the bottom. MiraLAX is formulated and labeled for use
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