Sorry. I first posted this under another category. I think it is better here.

I have been plagued by very bad constipation since my surgery two months ago. My doctor said to try Miralax. Several doses later and, ahh, sweet relief. However, as soon as I stop taking it, the constipation returns. My doctor has said that I can take daily Miralax for life if I need to. Has anyone else been told this by their doctor? I am reluctant to use daily, chemical laxative if there are other choices. Daily prunes, high Fiber Cereal, and plenty of Water have not been sufficient to ease my pain. Miralax is very effective but a bit spooky for me to take daily. What is your experience?

Yes, it can safely be taken long term.

My mother-in-law has been taking it every day for 10 years.

I was told the same (use it daily)........I chose not to do so.....and wound up in the ER with a blockage.....so not fun........take the miralax.... ....on my way to do so right now LOL

My friend who is an urgent care doc told me I could take it daily with no problem.

Is it really tasteless?

No taste at all and once you mix it up really well it looks like plain water.