Comparing IBgard vs MiraLAX
| IBgard (peppermint oil) | MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol 3350) |
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| IBgard (peppermint oil) | MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol 3350) |
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Over-the-counter
Prescribed for Abdominal Distension, Constipation, Diarrhea. IBgard may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
Prescription and OTC
Prescribed for Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation, Constipation - Acute, Bowel Preparation, Constipation, Irritable Bowel Syndrome. MiraLAX may also be used for purposes not listed in this... View more |
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| More about MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol 3350) | ||
| Ratings & Reviews | ||
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MiraLAX has an average rating of 7.2 out of 10 from a total of 263 ratings on Drugs.com. 64% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 22% reported a negative effect. |
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| Side Effects Experienced by Users Side effects are reported in Drugs.com user reviews and not clinically verified. | ||
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| Generic Availability | ||
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| Dosage Forms | ||
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| Brand Names | ||
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Other polyethylene glycol 3350 brands include: ClearLax, GaviLAX, Gialax, GlycoLax, HealthyLax, PEG3350, Purelax, SunMark ClearLax | |
| Half Life Drug half-life is the time required for plasma concentration to reduce to half its original value. | ||
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| CSA Schedule 1 View glossary of CSA terms | ||
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Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
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| Pregnancy Category | ||
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Summary unavailable. |
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
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| Drug Interactions | ||
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A total of 22 drugs are known to interact with IBgard:
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A total of 224 drugs are known to interact with MiraLAX:
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| Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions | ||
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No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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| Disease Interactions | ||
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No known disease interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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| First Approval Date | ||
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February 18, 1999 |
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| WADA Class View classifications | ||
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| More Information | ||
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| Related Treatment Guide | ||
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