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What Are The Withdrawal Symptoms Of Vicodin?
Question: I have been taking about 22,5 mg of Vicodin for chronic pain for several years. I'm struggling with opiate induced constipation and take miralax with success.
When I discontinue Vicodin is there s chance that my bowels could return to normal function?
When I discontinue Vicodin is there s chance that my bowels could return to normal function?
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
The answer to your question is yes -- opioid-induced constipation is absolutely reversible when opioids are discontinued. Because you have been on opioids for so long, it may take a few weeks for your bowels to return to normal function. But rest assured this problem will go away once the Vicodin is stopped.
Please remember to rate and close this answer thread when you are finished and satisfied.
Consultation
Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
The answer to your question is yes -- opioid-induced constipation is absolutely reversible when opioids are discontinued. Because you have been on opioids for so long, it may take a few weeks for your bowels to return to normal function. But rest assured this problem will go away once the Vicodin is stopped.
Please remember to rate and close this answer thread when you are finished and satisfied.
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