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How Can Constipation While On Opiods Be Treated?
I am on Opiods for back pain. Over time I became constipated. My Dr prescribed Movantic 12.5 mg, After taking one pill my stomach is on fire. I did however wake up and have a regular bowl movement with very little effort. I can not imagine taking this pill every day as prescribed. So my question is can i just take it every other day or every three days.
Fri, 16 Nov 2018
Hello,
Opioids typically cause constipation.
You can take laxatives like lactulose for symptomatic relief.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
Opioids typically cause constipation.
You can take laxatives like lactulose for symptomatic relief.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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