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MiraFAST™ Kids

MiraFAST™ Kids is a saline laxative that contains magnesium hydroxide. It gently relieves constipation by attracting water into the intestines, making it easier to have a bowel movement—without cramps or stimulants.

MiraFAST™ Kids is a gentle saline laxative made from magnesium hydroxide for children 4 and up. It is safe and effective when taken as directed.

Magnesium hydroxide is a saline laxative, a type of osmotic laxative that helps relieve constipation by attracting water into the intestines. This increased water retention softens the stool, making it easier and more comfortable to pass.

MiraFAST™ Kids and MiraLAX® are both laxative products that work naturally with your body to relieve occasional constipation. However, they have different active ingredients and are indicated for different age groups.

MiraFAST™ Kids is a saline laxative that is designed for quicker, gentle relief. It contains magnesium hydroxide, which provides cramp-free, stimulant-free relief in 30 minutes to 6 hours. It comes in a tasty, mixed berry-flavored soft chew. MiraFAST™ Kids is indicated for children 4 and up and adults.

MiraLAX® is a gentle, osmotic laxative that works to relieve occasional constipation by drawing water into the intestines to soften and ease stool. It contains polyethylene glycol 3350 (PEG), which generally helps to produce a bowel movement in 1 to 3 days. It comes in a powder form that can dissolve in any hot or cold beverage and does not cause harsh side effects such as gas, bloating, cramping or sudden urgency. MiraLAX® is for adults and children 17 years of age and older. For children 16 years of age or under, ask a doctor.

Doses may be taken as a single daily dose, in divided doses or as directed by a doctor. Do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose in a 24-hour period. Do not use for more than 1 week.

MiraFAST™ Kids generally helps to produce a bowel movement in as little as 30 minutes to 6 hours.

MiraFAST™ Kids is a saline laxative that contains one active ingredient, magnesium hydroxide.

MiraFAST™ Kids soft chews can be taken once a day. However, stop use and ask a doctor if you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week.

There is no recommended time of day to take MiraFAST™ Kids. Begin taking MiraFAST™ Kids at the first signs of constipation, and take as directed until you experience relief. Do not use for more than 1 week.