Constipation Questions (Page 4)

Is it possible for amitiza to cause weight gain?

Hello- for the past 3 months I have been taking amitiza for my ibs in combination with dulcolax. After months of not seeing results from other medications, this actually worked! I am no longer chronically constipated, and my doctors are considering dropping the dosage given my progress. HOWEVER in... read more

Constipation with ic prednisone?

I took it for asthma 60 mg a day all at once for 2 days then stopped taking it for 5 days then took 40 mg all at once haven’t taken it for almost a week and since haven’t been able to poop easily I’m having to strain and don’t have the sudden urge to move bowels like before any suggestions or explan... read more

How long before stomach issues truly resolve once you stop Aimovig?

I took Aimovig 70mg for 5 months. I am now on Emgality. How long after you stopped taking Aimovig before your constipation/stomach issues began to resolve? I know it can stay in your system for 120 days, but I would think as it’s strength diminishes my constipation should also get better? I’m not se... read more

Should I give dulcolax to my 7 yr old daughter for constipation?

she has always been constipated she also has a mild mental disabilaty nothing helps her constipation for long.

Senna-Lax - What is the Difference in Sennosides and Bisacodyl?

Have used Bisacodyl 5 mg for constipation and wondering how it compares to sennosides 25 mg

How long did it take to work?

I am 25 and as long as I can remember I have had problems with constipation. It has become progressively worse and I am just sick of all the laxatives and fiber. I've tried everything. I feel like this is my last chance. So I have been talk.g the 8 mgs 2xday. No BM yet it has been 3 days now. So... read more

What to do about constipation brought on by oxycontin?

what can you suggest for constipation btought on by oxycontin

If I slowly stop taking omeprazole, will I feel any side effects such as stomach cramps, leg cramps?

... constipation or diarrea? I am unable to get a prescription refill and am slowly trying to stop taking it

Constipation on gabapentin versus starting Lyrica?

Started gabapentin 4 weeks ago and I've noticed really severe constipation. The first time I went for 2 weeks. Started vomiting, used an enema and many doses of Milk of Magnesia. Then tried Miralax which did not work, and finally Dulcolax (the one that causes contractions of the bowel) which did.... read more

How is constipation treated in dogs who are on tramadol?

My dog is on tramadol due to pain in the back. Has not had a bowel movement since early on 12/30/13.

Can you eat and drink while dulcolax is in your system?

Ok I took two dulcolax around 2am woke up at 5:41 am cramping ,Vomiting , pains weakness, feel like I'm dying it is now 8:26am can you eat or drink Anything?

Is there anything OTC comparable to Lactulose?

I am taking Lactulose and it works well for me. My doctor wonders why I would always need it. Miralax doesn't work for me. Is there anything OTC that is comparable to Lactulose so that I don't have to depend on a doctor to get the help I need? Thanks

Does tramadol make me gain weight or prevent me losing some?

Hello, I am on tramadol since almost one year and since then I noticed that I never managed to lose some weight (maybe because of constipation but not only that I think). Do you think tramadol has anything to do with that fact?

My son, who will be 4 in September, suffers from chronic constipation. If he misses even a single?

... dose of MiraLax, he gets constipated. Foods that are supposed to be a natural laxitive (prunes, apple juice, etc.) do not help. I have tried everything I can think of. We do not even know what caused this very sudden condition (he was severely impacted and we did not know). The doctors for the... read more

How do I avoid constipation while taking warfarin?