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Opioid-Induced Constipation: Everything You Need To Know

5 years ago
by Valerie
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Treating Opioid-Induced Constipation

There are many pharmaceutical and natural solutions to alleviate OIC. Since the condition is so common and expected, prescription medication has been developed to treat the problem at its source. Doctors often prescribe these drugs to help block the effect opioids have on the digestive tract to let stool pass through the system more easily.

Approved medications for treating OIC include:

• Naloxegol (Movantik)

• Naidemedine (Symproic)

• Methylnaltrexone (Relistor)

• Lubiprostone (Amitiza)

These prescription medications do have some side effects, including nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, and gas. Opiate withdrawal may also occur. Be sure to speak with your doctor about these medicines. If you are experiencing side effects, you can often modify the dosage or switch to a different prescription.

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