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stool softener question

Postby grannymaria » 14 Jan 2012, 17:21

I've read where some have said it's ok to take them daily n then it's not ok :(
I know miralax is not a laxative but a softener n metamucil is fiber - surfak is also softener - which is the safest? Image Image
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Re: stool softener question

Postby Sue1962 » 14 Jan 2012, 18:05

Hey Maria, I would say it is a personal decision. Whatever works best for you. It takes a lot of trial and error. For me, Miralax has worked the best as well as many other posters. It was made for babies so it is very gentle. My CRS said I could take it the rest of my life if I wanted to, although I am hoping to get off of it in due time.
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Re: stool softener question

Postby Sweet Bugaboo » 14 Jan 2012, 19:38

Sue - would you say that Miralax, along with a fiber supplement, would be necessary?
Right now, I'm taking Konsyl (2x per day) and Colace (2x per day).
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Re: stool softener question

Postby Sue1962 » 14 Jan 2012, 21:11

I don't use a fiber supplement, I eat a lot of fiber 20-25grams per day and just use the Miralax one capful at 9pm every night. Ditch the colace it is useless after a while. I was upto 6 a day and still didn't do it!!
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Re: stool softener question

Postby Sweet Bugaboo » 14 Jan 2012, 21:30

So, would I then take the Konsyl twice per day, with the Miralax (one capful) at night?
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