Is MiraLAX Safe If You Have Tinnitus?

[teacher34]

I suffer from chronic constipation and am considering using MiraLAX daily. My doctor says it's safe for my gut, but I'm more concerned about any potential effects it could have on my ears.

Is MiraLAX safe for regular use, in your experience? Does anyone here take it regularly? Have you noticed any issues?

 

[JohnAdams]

Just enema or even take some mineral oil or both.

 

[JasonP]

I've taken MiraLAX several times, and it didn't affect my tinnitus. However, I can only speak for myself, and I didn't use it long-term. Would drinking more water and exercising help? Sometimes, stress can cause constipation, though I'm not sure what might be causing yours. Either way, I hope things improve for you soon!

 

[linearb]

Yes, it's basically inert.

 

[JohnFox]

I use MiraLAX every day; if I don't, I run into issues. For those who need something regularly, I think MiraLAX has the least potential for harm with long-term use. And no, I don't think it has any effect on my tinnitus. If anything, the relief it provides helps lower my stress.

 

[TinaRuns]

I just took about 1/20 of a dose of MiraLAX about 3 days ago, after reading this thread and not feeling concerned. (Despite not feeling overly concerned, I still wanted to be cautious because I've read bad things about MiraLAX in other respects -- I literally put just a thin layer of the powder in the cap, rather than filling the entire cap per the instructions, before adding it to water.)

My tinnitus was very low that day and usually stays low unless something bad happens (usually medication but also gets worse after being in a loud restaurant, for example, which I don't usually do).

Anyway, within maybe 30 minutes, I had a noticeable spike and different sounds. That has continued for 3 days and now I'm really afraid. Stupid medication manufacturers -- they all suck.

I threw MiraLAX in the garbage and absolutely wish to God I had never taken that poison.

 

[ChrissyPax]

I just took about 1/20 of a dose of MiraLAX about 3 days ago, after reading this thread and not feeling concerned. (Despite not feeling overly concerned, I still wanted to be cautious because I've read bad things about MiraLAX in other respects -- I literally put just a thin layer of the powder in the cap, rather than filling the entire cap per the instructions, before adding it to water.)

My tinnitus was very low that day and usually stays low unless something bad happens (usually medication but also gets worse after being in a loud restaurant, for example, which I don't usually do).

Anyway, within maybe 30 minutes, I had a noticeable spike and different sounds. That has continued for 3 days and now I'm really afraid. Stupid medication manufacturers -- they all suck.

I threw MiraLAX in the garbage and absolutely wish to God I had never taken that poison.

Did you see any improvement in your tinnitus from the MiraLAX? I just got horrific tinnitus and hyperacusis from taking it.

 

[TinaRuns]

Did you see any improvement in your tinnitus from the MiraLAX? I just got horrific tinnitus and hyperacusis from taking it.

Hello,

My tinnitus went away pretty quickly.

If you haven't tried already, B12 injections, along with methylfolate and iron supplements, helped reduce my tinnitus significantly.

MiraLAX was horrible—I still remember that awful sound. It was absolutely the worst. But it did go away! I wouldn't keep taking MiraLAX, but I would try to relax, knowing that it should go away.

I recommend taking B vitamins (a B complex), a gentle multivitamin, and Magnesium Oxide powder, which you can find on Amazon.

This advice came from a board-certified gastroenterologist and best-selling author. Magnesium Oxide works well for constipation; it mostly stays within the digestive system, so it doesn't affect the rest of your body much. It takes a few days to establish a good rhythm, but it's safe for long-term use.

You may not need the other vitamins, but some people can't tolerate magnesium if they have other deficiencies.

 

[ErnieRo]

I suffer from chronic constipation and am considering using MiraLAX daily. My doctor says it's safe for my gut, but I'm more concerned about any potential effects it could have on my ears.

Is MiraLAX safe for regular use, in your experience? Does anyone here take it regularly? Have you noticed any issues?

I'm experiencing the same issue. I'm not sure if MiraLAX is exacerbating my tinnitus or if it's just a coincidence. Does anyone else have similar experiences?

 

[BuzzyBee]

I'm experiencing the same issue. I'm not sure if MiraLAX is exacerbating my tinnitus or if it's just a coincidence. Does anyone else have similar experiences?

I don't believe that MiraLAX itself would affect your tinnitus. However, there may be a connection between tinnitus and gut health. Whatever is causing you to need MiraLAX could potentially relate to your tinnitus. Perhaps one day, research will reveal a connection between the gut, brain, and tinnitus.

 

[ErnieRo]

I'm not sure if MiraLAX is causing my tinnitus to spike or if it's just a coincidence. There have been a few times when I've taken it without any issues, but lately, that hasn't been the case. Then again, there might be other factors involved, like stress.

Have you taken MiraLAX again? What are you doing to manage your constipation? Has your tinnitus improved afterward?

I look forward to hearing from you and anyone else on this forum who has taken this laxative. Thank you.