Help Parents With Concerns About Miralax and Neuropsych Effects in Children

April 2017

Parents will ask whether polyethylene glycol (PEG 3350, Miralax, etc) causes neuropsychiatric effects in children.

This is based on a small number of reports of tics, aggression, anxiety, etc...in kids using PEG laxatives for constipation.

But there's no proof that any of these symptoms are due to PEG.

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Table of Contents

Heart Failure Focus on BP Control for "Diastolic" or Preserved Ejection Fraction Heart Failure
Hepatitis C Put Warnings About Liver Damage With Hep C Meds Into Perspective
Women's Health Try Sertraline or Escitalopram if a Med Is Needed for Postpartum Depression
Neurology & Pain Consider Pramipexole or Gabapentin for Restless Legs Syndrome
Geriatrics Take Steps to Help Seniors Prevent Falls
Asthma Consider Stepping Down Asthma Meds in Adults When Appropriate
Antithrombotics Limit Bleeding Risk in Patients Who Need an Anticoagulant Plus Antiplatelets
Constipation Help Parents With Concerns About Miralax and Neuropsych Effects in Children
Constipation Don't Jump to Trulance for Constipation
Topicals Consider Pros and Cons of Different Topical Dosage Forms
Neuromuscular Start With Baclofen or Gabapentin for Persistent Hiccups