Taking Linzess With Miralax

Hi, I take mirilax 1-3 times a day along w a 145 capsule of Linzess first thing in the morning before I eat. It gets the job done. Without the mirilax though the Linzess doesn’t work. These were the instructions from my GI doc. I found, and everyone is different but if I take mirilax 1-3 times a day and add one dose of metumicil then the Linzess is not necessary. I cannot miss a day of mirilax or I will be backed up for at least 1.5 days. Hope it helps.

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Hello, Coll! How are you?

Thank you for sharing this helpful advice.

While it is best for everyone to make sure their combining such medications is safe for them, I am sure this will help many who are suffering from chronic constipation.

The FDA does warn that these medications may cause side effects, such as nausea, stomach pain, flatulence, and diarrhea.

Everyone should also be aware that not everyone has a daily bowel movement, everyone can be different, when it comes to what is normal for them. Some people go once a week, some several times a day, so don't think there is a problem, just because you may not be on the same pattern as others. Always make sure a medical professional confirms there is a problem, before taking anything.

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