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[Iamnew2this]

For my last colonoscopy instead of picking up the prep jug at the pharmacy I was given these instructions:

• Four Dulcolax® laxative tablets containing 5mg of bisacodyl each (NOT Dulcolax stool softener).
• One 8.3-ounce bottle of MiraLAX® (238 grams) or generic equivalent.
• Two 32-ounce bottles of Gatorade®. (NOT RED).

I prefer the jug (adding a packet of Crystal Light lemonade). By transitioning to OTC I had to pay out of pocket which is not a big deal but the jug is definitely a more definitive cleanse. If I ever had a problem like some here I'd resort to the above.

I like your idea too. Every day I take 5 fiber gummies and drink a 16.9oz bottle of Metamucil. I also drink 1 or 2 protein shakes with fiber. I do try to eat something natural with fiber every day too. Some days, I don't eat that much. That is very good to know. It would be good to do from time to time.

 

[nonyabizznez]

Thank you for replying seriously. I think I am going to give your suggestion a try.

The only benefit of the Gatorade route is less liquid (64oz). If I recall the pharma jug "Go Lightly" (oxymoron) is a gallon.

They may have taken the OTC route with me because I have SIADH and metabolize liquids as body mass. If I don't restrict fluids my sodium level becomes critical.

 

[Iamnew2this]

I've been thinking a lot lately about why I'm struggling so much right here at the finish line. I know the Tirz is working because I am NEVER hungry. My stomach has not growled in at least 8 months or more. No joke. I use the Samsung heath app and wear a galaxy 7 watch to track all my food, exercise, sleep, etc. Most days my calories are 800-900. I know that's low but I have always had to eat less to lose even when eating healthy. I make sure to get my fiber, protein, good fats and stuff I need plus I take supplements just to make sure. I know most of us suffer with constipation due to the meds slowing everything down. I'm starting to belive that's a big part of the problem. A few months ago I started taking cherry Dulcolax every 2-3 days because I felt so miserable. I notice that I always lose when I weigh myself the day after I take it. Makes sense. After going through constipation on/off for months or even years how much is stuck to your intestines and bowels that just doesn't come out? I've read different reports that's some people who suffer from chronic constipation or IBS-C can have as much as 15-25 inside of them. I feel like this might be the answer I've been searching for. I could be wrong. God knows it woukdnt be the first time. I just don't know how to find out for sure without going to one of those clinics where they clean you out. If anyone has any SERIOUS

The only benefit of the Gatorade route is less liquid (64oz). If I recall the pharma jug "Go Lightly" (oxymoron) is a gallon.

They may have taken the OTC route with me because I have SIADH and metabolize liquids as body mass. If I don't restrict fluids my sodium level becomes critical.

That makes so much sense! I think it's so good to know for Spring cleanup

 

[Iamnew2this]

I've been thinking a lot lately about why I'm struggling so much right here at the finish line. I know the Tirz is working because I am NEVER hungry. My stomach has not growled in at least 8 months or more. No joke. I use the Samsung heath app and wear a galaxy 7 watch to track all my food, exercise, sleep, etc. Most days my calories are 800-900. I know that's low but I have always had to eat less to lose even when eating healthy. I make sure to get my fiber, protein, good fats and stuff I need plus I take supplements just to make sure. I know most of us suffer with constipation due to the meds slowing everything down. I'm starting to belive that's a big part of the problem. A few months ago I started taking cherry Dulcolax every 2-3 days because I felt so miserable. I notice that I always lose when I weigh myself the day after I take it. Makes sense. After going through constipation on/off for months or even years how much is stuck to your intestines and bowels that just doesn't come out? I've read different reports that's some people who suffer from chronic constipation or IBS-C can have as much as 15-25 inside of them. I feel like this might be the answer I've been searching for. I could be wrong. God knows it woukdnt be the first time. I just don't know how to find out for sure without going to one of those clinics where they clean you out. If anyone has any SERIOUS ideas plz lmk.

This is one of the most important topics taking these meds all around. I'm always inking Metamucil every day and eating fiber gummies with fiber protein shakes, of course the water, too. I love the regimen nonyabizznez gave. That should move things along. You'll probably drop a bit of weight and feel a lot better.

 

[Mykrodot]

Thank you for replying seriously. I think I am going to give your suggestion a try. I would much rather do this in the comfort of my own bathroom instead of having to a stranger stick a tube up my a** and watch my come out. I so was not looking forward to having to go that route esp after I researched it.

For me, prevention is the way to go. I take about 1/2 to 3/4 of a dose of Miralax almost every night. If I don't the consequences are brutal. My doctor has okayed it, I've had to use it since starting in 2023.

 

[Iamnew2this]

For me, prevention is the way to go. I take about 1/2 to 3/4 of a dose of Miralax almost every night. If I don't the consequences are brutal. My doctor has okayed it, I've had to use it since starting in 2023.

Miralax is good too. That's the only thing when people are on these meds. You have the right idea. Prevention is so important. It can't be stressed enough. A lot of new people haven't a clue. I know this, I was new once, too. It can go bad fast.

 

[Iamnew2this]

That's also another thing when stacking similar meds. You really have to be on top of the bathroom situation.