


Mix 4 capfuls Miralax in 20 ounces of clear fluid (no red).If your child is not having clear stools at end of prescribed bowel prep, give 1 capful Miralax in 8 ounces every hour (up to a total of 2.5 additional capfuls until your child has clear stool).If your insurance does not cover these, pharmacy can provide you a liquid version.Give ½ chocolate laxative square (like Ex-Lax) in morning, and ½ chocolate square in evening.Mix 2.5 capfuls Miralax in 16 ounces clear liquid (no red).Your provider will decide what the appropriate amount of medication will be for your child, but these are general bowel preparation guidelines: The goal of the bowel preparation is to have liquid stool that is a clear/cloudy colored, with no solid pieces.Failing to complete the preparation as recommended may result in needing to cancel/repeat the test. Following the preparation instructions is very important to provide your child with safe, thorough testing.

The medications can be purchased over the counter in the laxative aisle at your local drug stores if your insurance does not cover them.A prescription for the medications will be sent to your pharmacy of choice upon request.>.Your child will need to take medication(s) to clean out his/her intestinal tract.
