Hello. I have read many threads with constipation being a problem after having wls. Many wls patients have stated they have been drinking plenty of water, taking fiber supplements and exercising and still have constipation. I am almost 2 months post op (DS) and been having constipation issues. Milk of magensia relieved my constipation but causes diarrhea. My nut suggested taking Miralax once a day with 1 Colace tablet. Is this safe? What are you guys doing to prevent constipation?

Miralax is very safe - my PCP said it can be taken every day. LOTS of us take a capful of Miralax every day, in fact (I do, too!)

I just use fiber powder every day in my shake - No issues at all -

Thanks catwoman7!

AJ Tylo, do you mind sharing which fiber powder you use? Thanks.

When my son was born with Spina Bifida he was put on Colace and Miralax to be taken daily for life as needed. I was told that I could take Colace everyday but have found after 2 months that I don't need it anymore.

I got lucky and never had those issues after the sleeve, but my doctor had said to take Miralax if it happened.

Miralax is a life saver. The first week after surgery I was so constipated for like 4 or 5 days. I couldn't even get the bowel movement to come out. I ended up having to use some fleet. And after a long day in the bathroom I finally went. And taking miralax everyday has kept it from happening again. Thank God. I never wanna go through that again. I'm 2 months and 7 days out.

Hi JennC92,

I am 4 months out now. As an update, I have been taking 1 Colace tablet once a day and I have not had any more constipation issues. I am not knocking Miralax, because it has helped me. At first I was taking Colace and Miralax but it became expensive and I decided to see what would happen if I stop taking one of them. Colace has been a life saver. It is not a harsh supplement and I am able to use the bathroom daily.

On 04/21/2020 at 01:21, Michele_DS said:

Hi JennC92,

I am 4 months out now. As an update, I have been taking 1 Colace tablet once a day and I have not had any more constipation issues. I am not knocking Miralax, because it has helped me. At first I was taking Colace and Miralax but it became expensive and I decided to see what would happen if I stop taking one of them. Colace has been a life saver. It is not a harsh supplement and I am able to use the bathroom daily.

Michele, what is the dosage of a place you take daily? Is it 50 or 100?