can you become dependent on stool softener
Rating Newest Oldest. Best Answer: as long as it is stimulant free....but you should ask for a prescription of something like Miralax . Your body can become dependent on stool softeners and will not be able to properly produce a BM on its own. Miralax helps water collect in the colon so your body can produce a soft BM, If you need to be on something long term ask for that. Remember if you are not taking in enough fluid you will not have a soft BM and if you are taking fiber and not enough fluid it can further constipate you. Source(s):