polyethylene glycol 3350(Miralax, GoLytely (electrolyte form), GlycoLax)
Osmotic laxative
Pronunciation
/ˌpɒliˈɛθəliːn ˈɡlaɪkɒl/
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At a glance
- Generic name
- polyethylene glycol 3350
- Brand names
- Miralax, GoLytely (electrolyte form), GlycoLax
- Therapeutic class
- Osmotic laxative
- Mechanism (summary)
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Clinical pearls
- Mix 17 g powder into 4-8 oz of any beverage (water, juice, coffee).
- May take 1-3 days for effect; not for rapid relief.
- For chronic constipation, use up to 2 weeks OTC; longer requires provider.
- Encourage adequate fluid intake, fiber, and physical activity.
- Stop and seek care if severe abdominal pain, rectal bleeding, or no BM after 7 days.
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