Miralax is not a fiber-based supplement. The active ingredient is polyethylene glycol, which pulls water into the stool to help relieve constipation. As it is not a fiber supplement, Miralax does not offer the same additional potential benefits as other brands. Benefiber and Metamucil are fiber supplements.
Can I take Benefiber and MiraLAX?
Interactions between your drugs No interactions were found between Benefiber Powder and MiraLAX. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Is MiraLAX a laxative or a fiber supplement?
MiraLAX is an osmotic laxative. That means it draws water into the colon, which softens the stool and may naturally stimulate the colon to contract. These actions help ease bowel movements. Metamucil is a psyllium fiber supplement that works as a bulk-forming laxative.May 17, 2019
Can Benefiber be used as a laxative?
Benefiber is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a dietary fiber supplement. Due to its ability to add bulk to the stool, it is used off-label, or without FDA approval, as a laxative to treat constipation.May 14, 2020
Can I take MiraLAX and Benefiber at the same time?
No interactions were found between Benefiber Powder and MiraLAX. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
When should you not use MiraLAX?
You should not use MiraLAX if you have a bowel obstruction or intestinal blockage. If you have any of these conditions, you could have dangerous or life-threatening side effects from MiraLAX. People with eating disorders (such as anorexia or bulimia) should not use MiraLAX without the advice of a doctor.Jun 14, 2021
When should you not take Benefiber?
You should stop using Benefiber or Metamucil and talk to your doctor if your constipation lasts more than 7 days. You should also call your doctor if you have bleeding after any bowel movement. Bleeding means you could have a bowel obstruction, perforation, or hemorrhoids.
Is it OK to take MiraLAX and Benefiber together?
No interactions were found between Benefiber Powder and MiraLAX. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.