Laxatives are obtained easily without a prescription and are certainly helpful for treating chronic constipation ...
MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol 3350) is an over-the-counter (OTC) drug that’s used to treat occasional constipation. MiraLAX can cause side effects that range from mild to serious. Examples include ...
Laxatives are generally quite safe when taken at the recommended dosage. However, they can cause side effects and long-term ...
Amid soaring demand for laxatives, many brands are in short supply across the country. This shortage of polyethylene glycol 3350 — the generic name for over-the-counter laxatives — has people ...
Some people with bulimia may misuse laxatives to purge after episodes of binge eating as a compensatory behavior. Misusing laxatives can negatively affect digestion and health. Bulimia nervosa is an ...
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Which Stimulant Laxatives Work Best?

Medically reviewed by Kumkum S. Patel, MDMedically reviewed by Kumkum S. Patel, MD Stimulant laxatives are used to help with ...
MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol 3350) is a brand-name powder that’s mixed into a beverage and taken by mouth. It’s available over the counter and can be used for constipation or before a colonoscopy as a ...