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Is Organic Tea Safe For Constipation When Taking Medication For ALS?
Hi My wife has ALS and takes amlodipine5-20mg,riluzole50mg,warfarin5mg,oxybutynin 5mg glycopyrrolate1mg,lorazepam.5mg,morphine sulfate,She is very constipated from the narcotics and it was recommended to take organic smooth move tea the main ingredients is senna 1080 mg and proprietary blend 920mg will these drugs work well together or should I not give her the tea? Thank you Tim
Fri, 17 Jan 2014
Hi welcome to health care magic forum.
As you describe the main problem with your wife is the constipation. with the central acting pain killers there will be constipation.
There are so many drugs to assist the bowel movements, like bisacody,tablets, and powder, cremaffin, etc.
I advise to take more of green leafy vegetables, pulses, sprouts, and more water to drink to assist the bowel movements.
wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Thank you.
As you describe the main problem with your wife is the constipation. with the central acting pain killers there will be constipation.
There are so many drugs to assist the bowel movements, like bisacody,tablets, and powder, cremaffin, etc.
I advise to take more of green leafy vegetables, pulses, sprouts, and more water to drink to assist the bowel movements.
wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Thank you.
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