Ken,

I too have a relationship with Ambien CR nightly for the past few years.

As far as delivery system; as my GI doctor told me shortly after my 2012 surgery (cancer/removal of very important part of system for delivery); As long as I am on narcotic meds; I will be on Miralax daily. (advised not to use Metamucil).

I take, most days Miralax 2 x's a day. Once or twice a week take 1 dose instead of 2. I do hydrate, hydrate and the some more. This leaves me only going out for more than a few house once or twice a week; otherwise need to be close to the "potty".

All this, is in addition to spine, PN, etc. Meds just make each day tolerable; but still suffer with 24/7 pain. Just the few times of missed doses caused awful withdrawal symptoms. Don't see this as something that will eventually subside.


Gerry