Common Questions about MiraLAX

What beverages can MiraLAX be mixed with?

You can mix MiraLAX with any hot or cold beverage such as water, juice, tea, coffee, iced tea, iced coffee, and smoothies.

How long does it take to poop on MiraLAX?

It can take MiraLAX 1-3 days to produce a bowel movement.

Which is better: MiraLAX powder or Dulcolax tablets?

Both MiraLAX and Dulcolax are FDA-approved over-the-counter laxatives that are used to treat occasional constipation. Both are also used as bowel prep medicines. MiraLAX is an osmotic laxative that works by drawing water into the stool, thus making it softer and easier to pass. Dulcolax is a stimulant laxative that increases intestinal activity to cause a bowel movement. Dulcolax works in 6-12 hours while MiraLAX can take 1-3 days to produce a bowel movement. However, MiraLAX is less likely to cause harsh side effects such as sudden urgency, upset stomach, and cramping. You may find one works better for you than the other.

Can you have MiraLAX every day?

Yes, you can take MiraLAX as needed every day for up to 7 days. If MiraLAX does not cause bowel movements after one week, contact your healthcare provider.

Should I take MiraLAX on an empty stomach?

You can take MiraLAX with or without food. 

What is the price of MiraLAX without insurance?

Without insurance, MiraLAX can be as high as $42.00, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $8.52 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions of polyethylene glycol 3350 like MiraLAX. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of MiraLAX with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on MiraLAX—copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for MiraLAX. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medication, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.