Can anyone tell me what laxative their doctor has suggested for constipation during the first few weeks post op?

I am afraid to try just anything without some feedback on this.

Edited August 16, 201411 yr by mick

Can anyone tell me what laxative their doctor has suggested for constipation during the first few weeks post op?

Miralax.

A friend of mine just brought me Milk of Magnesia. Is that comparable to Miralax? If not I will take this back and get the Miralax.

Miralax or benefiber

A friend of mine just brought me Milk of Magnesia. Is that comparable to Miralax? If not I will take this back and get the Miralax.

Miralax is tasteless and can be added to a hit or cold beverage. It's my preference.

My post-op manual does list Milk of Magnesia as an option, but I would prefer something a little slower acting.

My post-op manual does list Milk of Magnesia as an option, but I would prefer something a little slower acting.

Great. I need some relief ASAP.

Thanks

I use Miralax too but before I had bought anything mine got really really bad. I had to buy an enema. I know it is gross but I was in agony. I felt much better afterwards. Better to get a jump on it, I belong to a group of sleevers from July and the majority of us ALL have constipation issues. Best of luck.

Great. I need some relief ASAP. Thanks

I used Milk of Magnesia. It didn't taste terrible. I drank it before bead, slept almost 9 hours, and easily used the restroom when I got out of bed. I didn't feel sick, I had no cramping, and I didn't have to run to the bathroom. It was great relief, and I will use it again. Btw, I took the max dosage of 4 tbs of the liquid.

I was discharged being told to take a dulcolax every night until my bottle of them was gone (90!) and I'm not even sure it's helped much, since just taking that (before adding another remedy), I'd have a bowel movement maybe once a week tops. I told the RN and doc this, and they were quite surprised, and said I should have one more often.

They told me to use Miralax but I hated the taste and so asked for an alternative (it's easier to get down if you add some flavoring like SF lemonade). They said I could try Milk of Magnesia - but it tasted worse to me. Both worked pretty well the first time I used them, but with an urgency factor in the morning. Also both worked less-well the second time, and so now I'm back to what I used pre- pre-op; Benefiber every day. It's helped and doesn't leave me wondering if i'm going to have to spend time making four rushed trips to the bathroom in a morning...but that's just me! good luck.

I guess I should be concerned! I haven't had a bowel movement in 5 days. But, I'm still on full liquids. No pain! Should I be concerned?

Had a horrible afternoon and night sitting on the pot until my legs went to sleep several times. I tried the Milk of Magnesia but found out later that it takes about 8 hrs to start working. I have dealt with a lot of pain but nothing like this. I thought I would have to go to urgent care.

I finally called the Kaiser advice nurse, don't know why i did not do it sooner. It took them almost two hrs to get back to me. The nurse told me to try glycerin suppositories before I tried an enema. That finally did the trick a couple of hrs later.

I am sharing this because if this happens to anyone, it is no joke. Horribly painful.

I am really thankful for all of the advice from all of you.

Glad you got some relief. I've been there myself. Did not want to have to call about that so I tried tuffing it out but that was a big mistake. It will happen again most likely until your able to add enough fiber in your diet. I still go a whole week before going to the bathroom. I'm 13 months out now. I would definetley keep some suppositories on hand. And the miralax too to soften. Good luck with your journey.

I use Miralax too but before I had bought anything mine got really really bad. I had to buy an enema. I know it is gross but I was in agony. I felt much better afterwards. Better to get a jump on it, I belong to a group of sleevers from July and the majority of us ALL have constipation issues. Best of luck.

Hi I'm a july sleever 7/28 & just over 3 wks. I can count on 1 hand bm's I've had. Im miserable. ...ive tried eating prunes but super sweet and high calories. .help should I try an enema too. Never have but now it's making ir hard to eat & drink..

I was discharged being told to take a dulcolax every night until my bottle of them was gone (90!) and I'm not even sure it's helped much, since just taking that (before adding another remedy), I'd have a bowel movement maybe once a week tops. I told the RN and doc this, and they were quite surprised, and said I should have one more often.

They told me to use Miralax but I hated the taste and so asked for an alternative (it's easier to get down if you add some flavoring like SF lemonade). They said I could try Milk of Magnesia - but it tasted worse to me. Both worked pretty well the first time I used them, but with an urgency factor in the morning. Also both worked less-well the second time, and so now I'm back to what I used pre- pre-op; Benefiber every day. It's helped and doesn't leave me wondering if i'm going to have to spend time making four rushed trips to the bathroom in a morning...but that's just me! good luck.

Hi kate. Yes im about once a wk and miserable. Is benefiber in pill form or powder? How much do u take every day. Thanks for the help. Not like I want to go around asking about this..so glad for these boards and people who understand!

Had a horrible afternoon and night sitting on the pot until my legs went to sleep several times. I tried the Milk of Magnesia but found out later that it takes about 8 hrs to start working. I have dealt with a lot of pain but nothing like this. I thought I would have to go to urgent care.

I finally called the Kaiser advice nurse, don't know why i did not do it sooner. It took them almost two hrs to get back to me. The nurse told me to try glycerin suppositories before I tried an enema. That finally did the trick a couple of hrs later.

I am sharing this because if this happens to anyone, it is no joke. Horribly painful.

I am really thankful for all of the advice from all of you.

Where did u get them mick? How quickly? My legs are going numb EVERY day that goes by!! Does it hurt your tummy at all? Thanks not my favorite topic but quite a bummer when it happens????