User Reviews for Lubiprostone to treat Constipation

Amitiza (lubiprostone): “I took 24mcg of Amitizia for 6 days twice a day. I got a pretty bad reaction from this. I had dry mouth, lightheadedness, my face was always warm, stomach aches, loss of appetite, severe anxiety, and nausea. I've come to the conclusion that the 24mcgs twice a day was far too much for my body. I weigh 117 pounds, and I don't think my body could handle that amount. If anyone is experiencing these side effects don't take it, make another appointment with your doctor to see if the dosage is too much. Also, if you have had a loss of appetite like myself, make sure to get enough sugar in your system, I had a hypoglycemic attack. Drink ginger ale, or eat if you can.”

Amitiza (lubiprostone): “My prescription was for 24 MCG twice a day. I never tried it two times in one day BC out is so unpredictable. After a few hours (or more), it gives me severe diarrhea lasting at least an hour. So I normally take it late at night so it works by the morning.”

Amitiza (lubiprostone): “I stopped after only taking 2 pills. I developed a slight problem breathing and a rash across my neck and shoulders. Also, I now have unbearable gas pains after taking 2 of these pills a week ago. I am glad that I was only given 4 pills by the pharmacist as they were out so I wasn't charged.”

Amitiza (lubiprostone): “I recently took one 24mg Amitiza pill, prescribed by my physician, and within an hour, I thought I was dying! I had 8 bowel movements in 2 hours, and 6 more in the next 5 hours. The stomach pain was unbearable, accompanied by a horrid headache. My mouth was so dry that I could not swallow; I could not calm my rapid breathing; I was freezing cold and trembling uncontrollably. To say that my husband and I were terrified is an understatement! We were at the point of calling 911, when the stomach pain began to subside --- slightly. Two days later, I am terribly dehydrated and weak. Im glad this works for some people, but if you are a 135lb senior citizen, please stay away from it!!!!”

Amitiza (lubiprostone): “This medicine helped with constipation but gave me pretty major emotional issues. I was very moody and depressed. It also made me pretty tired. I wasn't able to sleep. I think it gave me aches in my joints as well. I would say stay far away!!! It's not worth it! I'd rather just take regular laxatives. At least those don't make me want to kill myself.”

Amitiza (lubiprostone): “I I have tried both Linzess as well as Amitiza both have very harsh side effects that far out way the results. They mostly release water that has been forced by the meds into the digestive system which in return creates the movement of mostly water, with harsh side effects”

Amitiza (lubiprostone): “Taking Amitiza for chronic constipation and I experienced dangerous low blood pressure about two weeks after starting the med. After going off all my meds for my high blood pressure my BP still remained low and I felt very weak. Finally figured out it might be the Amitiza and stopped using it and I will see what happens.”

Amitiza (lubiprostone): “I've been on amitiza for about a month now I take it once in the morning and once in the evening about 5:00 24mg. It has been helping me a lot I go every morning like normal. Now I'm 31yrs I have had acne before but couldn't figure out why was I breaking out so much lately the only thing I can figure is the amitiza it's the only thing I'm doing different to my body. Has anyone experienced acne with it if so did it subside any? Also a little nuasea sometimes not all the time. And please it said not for children under 18yrs it could be very dangerous for them. And I pray for everyone that has any type of constipation problem that it gets better for you with ease. God bless you all”

Amitiza (lubiprostone): “I have taken two doses and it didn't work at all. Was it placebo? I have no idea. What happened was that I experienced strange psychotropic effects: lessened ability to judge distances, lessened ability to follow conversations, slower reading speed, headache, facial muscle spasm, clenching my jaw, and then a crying episode after 4-5 hours after the dose. At least I know it didn't cause my acne. I am scared to try the higher dose after reading everyone's comments and the fact that my blood pressure runs low to begin with. And the fact that my stomach is prone to nausea.”

Amitiza (lubiprostone): “I tried Linzess and had to to stop taking it due to severe diarrhea. I was then prescribed Amitiza and the secondary affects were even worse. I am now using Lactulose, Fiber and Simethicone 125mg/Anti-gas and I'm doing better.”

Amitiza (lubiprostone): “Amtiza 24 didnt work at all for me. I wish it did because I know its safe and been on the market for a long time. I am happy for the other people that it works for though. Changed to another drug and am doing better now.”

“Lubiprostone has worked very well for me. It was one of only two or three medications that my insurance would cover for constipation. I do not have IBS-C, just chronic idiopathic constipation. I've been on it about 6 months. The first month or so was pretty rough - shortness of breath, bad headaches, diarrhea, the works. But if you stick with it these side effects will subside. The only things I have now are just a tiny slight pressure in my chest and a runny nose right after I take it, lasting about an hour. My only complaint is the cost. It is very expensive. I am hoping that one day soon there will be a generic prescription available.”

Amitiza (lubiprostone): “I have chronic constipation. Nothing has helped including Amitiza.”

Amitiza (lubiprostone): “Took for one week and it had no effect, whatsoever. Waste of $300 that I could not afford.”

Amitiza (lubiprostone): “A doctor told me he thinks I have IBS with chronic constipation. Had constipation before and after I started taking Percocet for pain.”

Amitiza (lubiprostone): “My 10 year old grandson was prescribed amitiza in 2019. He passed away may 19 2020. He was prescribed 16 mg 2x a day for over a year This was given to him by a pediatric gastroenterologist.”

Amitiza (lubiprostone): “Has anyone tried taking the Amitiza 24 mcg once a day and if so what time do you take it. Taking it twice a day keeps me running to the pot all morning. I can’t function this way.”