How much is 238 grams of MiraLAX?
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How much is 238 grams of MiraLAX?
Miralax: one 8.3-ounce (238 grams, 14 dose) bottle. Generic brand is OK.
How many cups of MiraLAX is 238 grams?
1/2 cups
The oral laxatives are one 10oz. bottle of citrate of magnesia, one bottle of Miralax (238gm/8.3oz or 1/2 cups) and a box of Dutcolax tablets, which can be purchased over the counter.
How much is 238 grams of MiraLAX in ounces?
MiraLAX® 238 grams (8.3 ounces) powder or generic polyethylene glycol 3350 (can find in laxative section).
How many capfuls of MiraLAX should I take for a colonoscopy?
Take 1 capful (17 grams) of MiraLAX mixed with 8 ounces of liquid at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Follow a full liquid diet.
What is the equivalent of 238 grams in cups?
Thus, 238 grams is equal to 1.00597 cups. One cup is equal to 236.58824 grams. In the example, 238 grams is equal to 1.00597 cups, and 238 grams is slightly over 236 grams. The answer of 1.00597 cups is slightly over one cup.
How much water should you drink with MiraLAX?
You mix MiraLAX powder into four to eight ounces of water or another beverage and drink it as a liquid. MiraLAX itself doesn’t come in a liquid form.
Can you take 2 capfuls of MiraLAX?
You mix the powder with 8 ounces of water and drink it one to three times daily. For the capsule, you typically take two to five capsules up to four times daily.
How do I take MiraLAX for colonoscopy prep?
Mix 1/2 of MiraLAX bottle (119 grams) in each 32-ounce Gatorade bottle until dissolved. Keep cool in the refrigerator. DO NOT ADD ICE. At 5:00 PM on the evening before your colonoscopy, take four Dulcolax tablets.
Why drink Gatorade for colonoscopy prep?
MiraLAX is also powdered PEG, but doesn’t contain electrolytes. It needs to be combined with two quarts of Gatorade to replace the electrolytes lost in watery diarrhea during the prep process.
Should I take MiraLAX before or after I eat?
Stimulant laxatives are usually taken on an empty stomach for rapid effect. Results are slowed if taken with food. Many stimulant laxatives (but not castor oil) are often taken at bedtime to produce results the next morning (although some may require 24 hours or more).
Can I mix colonoscopy prep with Sprite?
Step 1: Start half of your prep (½ gallon). You may have small sips of Sprite or Ginger Ale along with the prep to help settle your stomach. Step 2: Drink the first ½ gallon within two hours of when you begin drinking.
Is orange Gatorade OK for colonoscopy?
Avoid red, orange and purple colored Jell-O and Gatorade. This discolors your stool and interferes with the colonoscopy.
