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What Causes Constipation After Taking Paracetamol For Pain?
My husband Paul is on a trial of Enzalutamide for prostate cancer. He had a knee operation 2 days ago which entailed scraping of the patella. He was given paracetamol/codeine tablets 500mgs for pain. As a result he became constipated on the second day. I went to the chemist and bought Koloxene which was sold over the counter. He took 2 a couple of hours ago and as yet has not had a result. He is concerned. Should we call a Locum? Kay
Wed, 28 Nov 2018
Hello,
The symptoms of your husband seem to be related to side effects of Codeine. I suggest you to take over-the-counter option laxative like Miralax. Drink liquids and eating a fiber rich diet.
I also recommend avoiding this medication in the future.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
The symptoms of your husband seem to be related to side effects of Codeine. I suggest you to take over-the-counter option laxative like Miralax. Drink liquids and eating a fiber rich diet.
I also recommend avoiding this medication in the future.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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