However both products do soften the stool.
Miralax stool softener for toddlers.
Prescribed for bowel preparation constipation acute constipation.
It brings more water into the intestines so they are triggered to make a bowel movement.
Docusate is a stool softener that is used to treat constipation.
Sometimes families say miralax doesn t work.
Miralax or polyethlylene glycol 3350 is a stimulant laxative.
Miralax may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication.
Docusate may also be used for purposes not listed in this.
It works by bringing more water into the colon softening the stool and making it easier to pass.
Bottom line miralax vs colace which is the better stool softener medication.
This gut muscle must get back into shape in order to stool properly.
Miralax is classified as an osmotic laxative not a stool softener.
Titrate to effect maximum dose.
A common stool softener for kids.
Most kids need 6 12 months of regular miralax use.
Osmotic laxatives do this by drawing water into the colon large intestine.
0 5 to 1 5 g kg daily initial dose 0 5 g kg.
17 g diluted in 8 fluid ounces water juice soda or coffee orally once a day.
If the miralax is stopped prematurely the stools quickly back up again.
Children greater than 6 months of age.
Miralax active ingredient polyethylene glycol 3350 is a laxative.
Over the years i ve seen many kids with constipation who are using miralax to help them relieve constipation and move their bowels regularly.
This can take quite a bit of time just like getting any other muscle into shape.
When a child is constipated the gut stretches to hold extra stool.
Usual adult dose of miralax for constipation.
For adults and children older than 12 years the usual recommended dose is 100 to 200 mg per day.
Miralax is a very good stool softener for children ages 6 months and up.
It generally works within 12 to 72 hours.
