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Miralax
  • Managing constipation after surgery
    • No BM for up to 5 days is common.
    • You can start Miralax powder the day after surgery if you are prone to constipation.
    • If no results within 5 days, add Milk of Magnesia.
      • 2 Tablespoons twice a day (Continue Miralax)
      • If still no results within 48 hours, try 2 Dulcolax suppositories.
  • Managing bloating & gas
    • Anesthesia and narcotics slow your gut down!
    • Walking helps!
    • Watch for food triggers.
    • OTC Mylicon or Gas-X can help.
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