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Suggest Treatment For Opioid Induced Constipation

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Posted on Mon, 27 Mar 2017
Question: cancer patient, on opioid pain meds, need something to relieve constipation
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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (8 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Lactulose!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for contacting us.

Bisacodyl might not be well adapted for opioid induced constipation. I will suggest that you switch to lactulose. Take 15ML once daily. In addition, drink much water, fruits, and vegetables. These would all help relief the constipation.

I hope this helps. I wish you well and do understand dealing with cancer is not easy.

Kind regards
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Suggest Treatment For Opioid Induced Constipation

Brief Answer: Lactulose! Detailed Answer: Hi and thanks for contacting us. Bisacodyl might not be well adapted for opioid induced constipation. I will suggest that you switch to lactulose. Take 15ML once daily. In addition, drink much water, fruits, and vegetables. These would all help relief the constipation. I hope this helps. I wish you well and do understand dealing with cancer is not easy. Kind regards