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Is It Safe To Take Lithium Carbonate Oral Along With Atorvastatin Oral For Constipation?

I have bad constipation and I m taking these medications. Is it the medications? I only have a BM once every three or four days.Lithium carbonate oral,Armor Thyriod oral,Loratadine oral,Selegline oral,Atorvastatin oral,Alprazolam oral,Choline oral,Desmopressin oral
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Thanks for consulting the Physicians at HealthCare Magic. I have worked through your case thoroughly, and I can easily realize your health worries. Being your physician, I reassure you not to worry as things will settle down very soon.
No lithium doesn't cause constipation. It also has no interaction with Atorvastatin. Although Lithium causes decreased renal clearance of some drugs for example Thiazide diuretics. Lithium also decreases the function of thyroid gland.
To my patients I suggest 4TSF Lactulose Syrup at night. I advise you also to take Plenty of fluids and high fiber diet. Take fruits and salads as much as u can. Do regular exercise also.

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Is It Safe To Take Lithium Carbonate Oral Along With Atorvastatin Oral For Constipation?

Hi dear! Thanks for consulting the Physicians at HealthCare Magic. I have worked through your case thoroughly, and I can easily realize your health worries. Being your physician, I reassure you not to worry as things will settle down very soon. No lithium doesn t cause constipation. It also has no interaction with Atorvastatin. Although Lithium causes decreased renal clearance of some drugs for example Thiazide diuretics. Lithium also decreases the function of thyroid gland. To my patients I suggest 4TSF Lactulose Syrup at night. I advise you also to take Plenty of fluids and high fiber diet. Take fruits and salads as much as u can. Do regular exercise also. May you get very well soon and have a wonderful time ahead. Please don t forget to give your valuable feedback to help us assist you in a better way. Click at I Find This Answer Helpful & give a five Stars too. Write a review about your experience with me.   Regards! DR. HANIF PHILADELPHIA, USA