in laymen terms .
What over the counter meds has the same affect as amitiza , also what is the ingredients in amitiza?
Question posted by renaboren123 on 3 Dec 2010
Last updated on 5 December 2010 by Marvell
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Marvell
5 Dec 2010
There is nothing similar to Amitiza available over the counter. The medicines for constipation over the counter are Dulcolax, ducosate (many different brands available), Senokot and a few more.
https://www.drugs.com/condition/constipation.html
Amitiza contains lubiprostone, a chloride channel activator. It increases fluid secretion in your intestines which increases intestinal muscle movement and helps make it easier to pass stools (bowel movements).
Amitiza is used to treat chronic constipation in adults.
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