Discussions tagged “Laxative”

I've been prescribed PEG 3350 Powder 119gm to help with occasional constipation. It's supposed to draw water into your stool, making it softer and easier to pass, but it can take 1 to 3 days to work. I'm a bit nervous about the potential side effects, especially the serious ones like allergic reactions, severe dizziness, and rectal bleeding. I'm also curious if anyone can share tips on how to time the dosing properly. I've read the leaflet, but real-world experiences with this drug are hard to find. Most of the online reviews I've seen are either overly positive or terribly negative, so I'd love to hear from people who have tried it firsthand to get a sense of how effective it is and whether the side effects are as bad as the leaflet makes them seem.