Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Support Group

Irritable bowel syndrome is a common intestinal disorder that is characterized by bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea, cramping, and constipation. Typically no abnormalities appear during standard medical testing, and so irritable bowel syndrome is identified by the symptoms. Although irritable bowel syndrome can cause serious discomfort, the intestines are not harmed.

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Miralax or Benefiber?

littlemart
littlemart
What does everyone prefer for constipation or incomplete bowel movements? I've taken Miralax for years, but it's beginning to kind of bother me. I also have Gastritis.

Sometimes I just alternate between fiber and Miralax. Any thoughts?
fibrosucks
fibrosucks
I use a pill called Perdium. It is a fiber laxative and can be bought at Wal-Mart. It is psyllium fiber. Take 2 with a full glass of water daily. I can't handle benefiber, etc. don't like the grittiness.
Tedward
Tedward
The FDA issued a new warning on Mirilax. It causes mental health conditions. I was taking it daily for a long time. When I read the warning I stopped and wen o a natural remedy, I use a Tablespoon of Olive oil with a Tablespoon of lemon at night and it works great for me. There are alot of natural simple remedies, just Google it.
Godismyhope
Godismyhope
Ive read some reports and results on tests concerning polyethylene glycol (Miralax). It wasn't something I wanted in my body, and I had taken it for a year and a half. Tedward's reply was an accurate assessment of my finding as well.

My mother and I have used and seen great results using and eating Coconut oil. Depending on the level of constipation you may need more than is suggested. Suggested use for constipation is 1-2 Tablespoons. Use more if you need to. I need 1Tb my mom needs more. OH, and it doesn't matter the kind of Coconut oil. Just look under the ingredients and see that it is just Coconut oil. :) God bless! I pray that this has helped you and you see relief quickly and efficiently.