Vsl #3 and Mirilax

[sagex90]

vsl #3 and Mirilax

Not sure if I spelled Mirilax correctly, but I currently take VSL #3 two packets a day along with a slew of other meds but my prime concern is that while the VSL#3 works like a charm, taking mirliax to ease the bowel movement for a while has killed most of the probiotic as I take the VSL # 3 leaving me with 1 or 2 weeks worth of virtually not taking the drug.

I stopped mirilax yesterday as I don't need it anymore, and started taking both packets of VSL3 in the morning rather than at night. Is this a smart thing to do?

thanks for all who post! I really appreciate your help

 

[Crohn's 35]

Hi Sage welcome to the forum! I use Vsl too but only 2 pkg a day. You will find with taking 3 pkg may bind you. I dont have to take laxatives, I am the opposite. Vsl takes about 3 weeks to kick in and then you can try 2 pkg in the day. I take one a night and one in the morning at way those critters will be in your system longer. But if I forget I take 2 pkg at once. Also trying Olive leaf extract to stay off antibiotics. You dont take it with anything warm or acidic juices. In case you are not aware.

I am assuming you must be from the US because I havent seen Miralax here, until a few months ago. Best to take your 2 pkg in tghe morning and try a 3rd at night. Just a thought.

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