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    This document summarizes information about the laxative Miralax (polyethylene glycol). It lists the generic and trade names, classification, dose, route, and frequency. It describes the mechanism of action, indications, common side effects, and important teaching points for patients. Nursing assessments before and after administration focus on bowel sounds and monitoring for signs of constipation, bloating, or diarrhea.

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    NURS 1556 Clinical Medications Worksheets

    Generic Name Trade Name Classification Dose Route Time/frequency


    Polyethylene glycol Miralax Laxative 1 scoop in PO Everyday
    water
    Peak Onset Duration For IV meds, compatibility with IV drips and /or solutions
    2-4 Days N/A N/A N/A
    (Why med ordered) Nursing Implications (what to focus on)
    Treatment of occasional constipation Contraindications/warnings/interactions
    GI obstruction, gastric retention; toxic colitis
    Mechanism of action and indications
    Common side effects
    Polyethylene glycol in solution “PEG” Abdominal bloating, cramping, flatulence, nausea.
    acts as an osmotic agent, drawing water
    into the lumen of the GI tract.
    Interactions with other patient Lab value alterations caused by medicine
    drugs, OTC or herbal medicines (ask N/A
    patient specifically)
    Be sure to teach the patient the following about this
    medication
    No Drug to Drug interaction specifics
    Inform patient that it may require 2-4 days before a bowel
    are known with this PT.
    movement will occur. PEG should not be used for more then 2
    wks in a row. Advise pt to let the nurse in charge know if any
    unusual cramping, bloating or diarrhea occurs.

    Nursing Process- Assessment Evaluation


    Assessment Why would you hold or not give this Check after giving
    (Pre-administration med? Assess color, consistency and
    assessment) If Pt has a known GI- obstruction, or amount of stool’s produced. Also
    Bowel sounds, active enlarged colon. Or if no bowel sounds are check for abdominal distention and
    in all 4 quadrants. present. absence of bowel sounds.

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