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Posted on
Thu, 9 Jun 2016
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Thu, 9 Jun 2016
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Question : I am dependent on laxatives am I need to get off them but can't have a BM without them.
What can I do?
my diet is really good and have tried everything. (olive oil/greens/fruits/high fiber/probiotics/acidic foods)
I was/am taking stimulant laxatives. Oral doesn't work really at for me anymore and I had to switch to suppositories, is that any better. What can I do?
I'm desperate
What can I do?
my diet is really good and have tried everything. (olive oil/greens/fruits/high fiber/probiotics/acidic foods)
I was/am taking stimulant laxatives. Oral doesn't work really at for me anymore and I had to switch to suppositories, is that any better. What can I do?
I'm desperate
Brief Answer:
Please provide basic information.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
I can certainly understand your concern.
Before guiding you any further, please specify your age, gender and body weight.
Additionally, upload any test reports like Ultrasound,CT scan or MRI, or Endoscopy for your bowel issues in case if you have got one of those earlier.
Once I receive your answers, l will guide you further.
Thank you.
Please provide basic information.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
I can certainly understand your concern.
Before guiding you any further, please specify your age, gender and body weight.
Additionally, upload any test reports like Ultrasound,CT scan or MRI, or Endoscopy for your bowel issues in case if you have got one of those earlier.
Once I receive your answers, l will guide you further.
Thank you.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Im a 26 y/o male, i weigh about 175lb and i dont have any of those tests.s
Brief Answer:
Possible IBS-C ?
Detailed Answer:
Hello, Sir.
I can certainly understand your concern.
it's not advisable to frequently use the stimulant laxatives.This on long-term can contribute to laxative abuse and electrolyte imbalance.
You possibly seem to have constipation predominant Irritable bowel syndrome(IBS).
I generally prescribe oral capsules of LINZESS(LINACLOTIDE) 145 mcg once a day for 2 weeks-145 mcg PO qDay on empty stomach; administer at least 30 minutes before first meal of the day with plenty of water.
This drug should dramatically improve your symptoms.
Please check with your physician if he shares my view and if can prescribe these pills to you.
These pills will also help you to avoid the usage of laxatives .
Post your further queries if any.
Thank you.
Possible IBS-C ?
Detailed Answer:
Hello, Sir.
I can certainly understand your concern.
it's not advisable to frequently use the stimulant laxatives.This on long-term can contribute to laxative abuse and electrolyte imbalance.
You possibly seem to have constipation predominant Irritable bowel syndrome(IBS).
I generally prescribe oral capsules of LINZESS(LINACLOTIDE) 145 mcg once a day for 2 weeks-145 mcg PO qDay on empty stomach; administer at least 30 minutes before first meal of the day with plenty of water.
This drug should dramatically improve your symptoms.
Please check with your physician if he shares my view and if can prescribe these pills to you.
These pills will also help you to avoid the usage of laxatives .
Post your further queries if any.
Thank you.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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