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Does Fetzima Cause Blood In Stool?

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Posted on Fri, 23 Dec 2016
Question: Taking FETZIMA 40 mg for a week. Will this do bleeding in the stools??
I had COLITIS before. I take medication before.
XXXXX XXXXXXX
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Chintan Solanki (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Fetzima can cause constipation

Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXX,

Thanks for writing to us. I can understand your concern.

Fetzima itself cannot cause bleeding on stool as a side effect. However it can cause constipation as a side effect which can worsen existing bowel pathology and contribute to blood in stool. You had history of colitis. Better to consult your doctor for evaluation of blood in stool. If you feel constipated after starting Fetzima, it is better to stop the same also.

Hope I have answered your query, I will be happy to help further.

Regards,
Dr Chintan Solanki.
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Does Fetzima Cause Blood In Stool?

Brief Answer: Fetzima can cause constipation Detailed Answer: Hello XXXXX, Thanks for writing to us. I can understand your concern. Fetzima itself cannot cause bleeding on stool as a side effect. However it can cause constipation as a side effect which can worsen existing bowel pathology and contribute to blood in stool. You had history of colitis. Better to consult your doctor for evaluation of blood in stool. If you feel constipated after starting Fetzima, it is better to stop the same also. Hope I have answered your query, I will be happy to help further. Regards, Dr Chintan Solanki.