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marip — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 04:46:02 GMT

Do you mix the Miralax into 64 ounces of liquid?

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PinkyPetunia — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 23:58:42 GMT

Contact your doctor's office and have them send it to you.

Mine emailed me the recipe (how much miralax and liquid), amount of dulcolax pills, and when to take everything.

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Skyegirl21 — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 23:58:27 GMT

No worries. Your doctor will tell you exactly what to take prior to the procedure -

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AuntG — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 00:01:17 GMT

Prep instructions vary, but they all achieve the same results! Good for you for having the test - they save lives.

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Love my grandkids — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 00:49:34 GMT

@marip Your doctor will provide you with all of the info you will need. We can't do that. It's very individual.

Mine always consisted of Miralax mixed with Gatorade plus some Dulcolax pills.

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CalminHeart — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 11:37:33 GMT

I've never mixed miralax with that much water. Re-read the directions from your doctor or call his/her office.

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marip — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 16:22:32 GMT

Does the Miralax prep kick in pretty fast or does it take awhile? I'm suppose to drink it all the night before the procedure.

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Scooby Doo — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 20:11:18 GMT

@marip wrote:
Does the Miralax prep kick in pretty fast or does it take awhile? I'm suppose to drink it all the night before the procedure.

It kicks in within the hour and stays with you for a long time. It's not a one and done process. I would start taking it by 4 in the afternoon so you can get some sleep later. And when the first one kicks in you might as well just stay in the bathroom for a long time. Take a book or laptop and get comfy. It isn't something you have any control over.

I did mix the Miralax with Gatorade cherry frost. It isn't as sweet as other flavors and you won't get sick of it as quickly. You don't want sickening sweet drinks. Have other drinks available like tea, chicken broth.

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geegerbee — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 23:18:51 GMT

My instructions said not to drink anything red.

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marip — Fri, 01 Dec 2023 13:43:30 GMT

How much Miralax did you mix in? My instructions were 1 and 1/4 cups

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chrystaltree — Fri, 01 Dec 2023 16:19:22 GMT

@geegerbee wrote:
My instructions said not to drink anything red.

All clean outs say don't drink anything red! This is why you only follow the instructions you are given. Not what people tell you.

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SouthernBee — Fri, 01 Dec 2023 18:09:11 GMT

@Scooby Doo : All prep instructions stress: Nothing : Red, Orange or Purple. All instructions have clear options like: white cranberry juice or white grape juice, water.

I chose the white cranberry juice because I didn't want anything too sweet because that is a lot of liquid to drink in a short period of time. Do what you know you can drink with out any problems. If unsure : try some of the miralax in your choice of drink before your procedure date.

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SouthernBee — Fri, 01 Dec 2023 18:02:33 GMT

@marip : My instructions were for the 8.3 ounce size Miralax. If you have questions or concerns you need to call your doctor.

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Pink123 — Fri, 01 Dec 2023 22:09:48 GMT

You mix the 238 grams of powder Miralax (8.3 ounces) - just look for the 238 grams on bottle.

It doesn't matter what you drink it with as long as it is clear in color.

You don't want red or any dark colors as it can mimic blood.

I have acid reflux and I drink it with water only. I chill it in refrigerator after mixing the powder with water (gator aide if it's clear your choice of flavor) for a bit if you have no acid issues)

Best to start avoiding fiber 5 days before at all cost, anything white is good. White bread, white pasta, butter and jam, no vegetables of any sort and slowly eliminate food. You won't even be hungry the day before.

And take the dulcolax pills before of course. I start taking the pills at 1 pm and start drinking at 3 pm. But I'm usually the first person in so I'm scheduled and ready for 7 am.

Good luck.

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Sage04 — Fri, 01 Dec 2023 23:18:38 GMT

@marip wrote:
How much Miralax did you mix in? My instructions were 1 and 1/4 cups

@marip if you prefer to use a measuring cup, pour the miralax to the 1 1/4 mark. Follow the directions that the Dr printed out for you.

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marip — Sat, 02 Dec 2023 17:11:25 GMT

I was given Ondansetron for the bowel prep. I was only going to take it if I get nausea. How quickly does it take to kick in? Does it help?

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Scooby Doo — Mon, 04 Dec 2023 05:24:55 GMT

@SouthernBee wrote:
@Scooby Doo : All prep instructions stress: Nothing : Red, Orange or Purple. All instructions have clear options like: white cranberry juice or white grape juice, water.
I chose the white cranberry juice because I didn't want anything too sweet because that is a lot of liquid to drink in a short period of time. Do what you know you can drink with out any problems. If unsure : try some of the miralax in your choice of drink before your procedure date.

@SouthernBee I didn't drink anything red. The cherry frost I drank is white.

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SouthernBee — Mon, 04 Dec 2023 11:50:05 GMT

@Scooby Doo : I am so sorry. I did not know that the frost was white. Please forgive me and my post.