Constipation - What is the difference between colace and miralax?
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- 24 Jun 2010 by fibrofoggy
- Topics:
- colace, miralax, constipation
Answers (1)
maso416926 Jun 2010
Colace:
This medication helps fluids to mix with the stool to keep them from becoming hard or dry. It is used to treat constipation.
Miralax
This medication is used to treat occasional constipation. It works by holding water in the stool to soften the stool and increases the number of bowel movements. It is known as an osmotic-type laxative.
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