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I was just told by my gastroenterologist to start taking miralax. I have taken it for two days and I now have diarrhea. Is this normal when you first start taking it? ## Yes, that can be a normal side effect, according to the FDA, since this is a stool softener. Other side effects may include nausea, bloating, and cramping. Has there been any change or improvement?

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What happens if u take linzess on a empty stomach? ## Hi Chelle, Actually you are supposed to take Linzess on an empty stomach. Then you need to wait one hour following the meal for the drug to work best. If you eat before taking this medicine you need wait two hours to take it. I am not sure what issues might result from not following these rules? Hope this helps ## Hello, Chelle! How are you? Thank you, Steve for providing the correct information. As to what happens if you don't follow these instructions, the efficacy of the medication may be reduced, so it may not work. It is best taken on an empty stomach, with a full 8ounce glass of water, at least an hour before eating. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, diarrhea and bloating. Is th...

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Would taking Linzess on an empty stomach 30 before be just as effective? I have an hour drive to work and then approx. 1/4 to 3/4 of a mile before I get to my work station.....and there are no restroom on the walk in. I usually straving firsting thing in the morning so waiting until before lunch would work out so much better for me. ## I would also like to know that. I can't always take it first thing either.

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I have tried taking Linzess as needed and everyday. My experience was more often used less lt will works. Taking a break from your Linzess just for one day can make it work better. But need to use fiber drink or stool softener in place of . Do not eat bananas or any food that will cause constipation. Drink 100% pure apple juice and orange juice high pulp and fresh oranges . Also eat activia yogurts with fiber one everyday will help . ## I would think that the fiber in fruit like bananas would promote regular bowel movements (as they have in my experience), but I know we are all different. Dried prunes or dates also reportedly aid in GI tract motility; and probiotics are another thing that may be worth implementing. I suppose there is no one right way to make things flow more easily, but...

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I have been on Linzess for a month. My dose is now 1 every other day. I am still waiting to see if the diarrhea subsides on the new dose. I have had another problem which started about 5 days in. My hips started aching. Since then I have having muscle tension in my shoulders and upper back. I dont' want to give up on the Linzess, but am concerned about the muscle aches. Is the diarrhea caused by the Linzess dehydrating me. My urine output seems normal. Or could I be reacting to something in the Linzess? ## Hi Karen, Sorry to hear about the muscle aches/diarrhea. From what I could gather, both diarrhea and stomach pain are reported to be common but potentially severe side effects of Linzess (Linaclotide) that you should talk with your doctor about if the symptoms do not go away on th...

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round red pill with s44 on it ## My wife bought a bottle of equate Stool Softener from WalMart. In the bottle are two small round pills with S44 on it. What are these pills. ## They are also stool softner. Prolly a manufacters error. ## Just to confirm, I have dentified Pill imprint S44 as Docusate sodium and senna docusate sodium 50 mg / sennosides 8.6 mg. Docusate/senna belongs to the drug class laxatives and is used in the treatment of acute constipation. Manufacturer: McKesson You can learn more about this drug on the page for Docusate Sodium + Senna Details I hope this info helps! ## It's to loosen & soften up your bowls so it will come out. It's to make you poop. Mine get so backed up @ ×'s that I've had to take 15 - 18 bcz any other amount that I'd tr...

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I've been taking Linzess about every other day for 2 months. Does anyone else experience some runny spurts than nothing like you're still constipated, like you're not completely relieved? I'm always so cramped up because I never seem to be complete. I try not to even eat because it seems it would just pack up more. :-( ## I had that happen after a hemmrroidectomy and the reason why the watery stool was squirting out was because of an impaction. Mine was at the rectal opening but some can have it further up. It can cause serious problems and a lot of people end up in the hospital from the impactions. I did oil enemas to break up the impaction. Once it is soft enough to remove you can use a glove and try and sweep the stuck stool out. Once the impaction was gone I was able...

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I have a problem with hyper acidity and constipation. Someone suggested me to take PAN D two times a day before meals. After taking this I have some relief in acidity but not completely. Constipation is still the same. Please suggest its correct dosage. Whether two times a day is a heavy dose and how long should I use it?

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Is a dark stool normal when taking Colace? My husband been taking Colace since having surgery 4 weeks ago. Is this normal? ## Hello, Queenie! How are you? It could be due to the Colace, or even the medications used during the surgery, according to the NIH. However, it is always best to have it checked out by his doctor, to be sure. Is he on any other medications? What type of surgery did he have done?

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I took linzsee so it gotta to be surpised to lose weight really well quick also when is time i am ready to eat, it felt like 5 to 6 bites then is enough for me like im manage to full as not hungry.it when took done small eating had dirrehea about 4 times or 5 .its help loss weight . i lost 21 pound least less 2 week by linzsee. ??? Wow not to sure about it.

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I am suffering abdomen pain for the last 10 days.Gas problem and constipation is also. Pl. guide. What are the benefits of tab. Spasmofirst ## This medication is classified as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory, the U.S. FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding, and stomach irritation. Did you start experiencing these symptoms before you started taking it, or after? Are you on any other medications?

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have been taking this drug for about 5 months and now it causes me diarrhrea and gives me severe pain in the very middle of my bod and causes bloating plus now I have been dealing with severe heartburn at nite. I believe the miralax during the day and metamucil at nite and the fruit I eat at mealtime or snack time can now keep me from having bowel problems so I want to wean myself off this drug. ## Hello, Char! How are you? Unless your doctor has instructed otherwise, it isn't usually necessary to wean yourself off such a medication, you should be able to just stop taking it, but as reported by the FDA, you may experience rebound constipation for a few days. Are you on any other medications? Or just the ones you've mentioned?

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I am taking Constella for IBS but I also have a rectocele which seems to prevent a bowel movement unless I take laxatives and suppositories. Does this sound possible? Thank you ## Hello, Carole! How are you? Constella and Linzess both contain the same active ingredient, Linaclotide, so both are pretty much the same. The U.S. FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, bloating, stomach pain, and diarrhea. Rectoceles have been known to cause difficulty having bowel movements, according to the NIH, there are various treatment options that may help, including surgery. What has your doctor advised?

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I have a new colostomy and must have a colonoscopy that goes to it and my bottom. Other ostomates have said they had a good experience with Miralax as a prep. Has anyone used both Miralax and Prepokik and can you tell me which was easier? Would the result be different for someone with a stoma? Please share your experience and opinions. I am SO nervous. Thank you. ## Hi Annie, While I don't have personal experience with these preps, I did want to see if I could help by linking you to the largest discussion thread taking place here with 267 comments that provide patient feedback on Prepokik. Source: Prepopik Discussion Thread Perhaps posting your inquiry there would attract the type of responses you're looking for... Additionally, if you run a search here on MedsChat for "Mira...

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Can linzess and methylprednisolone interact with each other? How many hours after i take linzess can i take , the methyprednisolone? ## Hello, Maria! How are you? I didn't find any problems or interactions listed in the NIH database, but it is always best to double check to be sure. As to the dose spacing, you should stick with the normal gap of eating/drinking/ingesting anything else that you always do with the Linzess. The FDA lists the typical side effects of Methylprednisolone as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, insomnia, and acne. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Just prescribed Linzess for pain med related constipation, to be taken every day in place of my previous regimen. Reading the other postings, I am somewhat afraid to take it. Nevertheless, I would take my levothyrox 1/2 hour before the Linzess, then would take my other meds with a meal. Will the Linzess "wash out" the other meds?? Also, is "unanticipated bowel leakage" a possibility with Linzess? ## Hi Molly, Sorry to hear about the constipation from pain meds. Looking at others feedback on Linzess it's easy to get discouraged and not want to take it. However it is also important to understand that these meds tend to affect each person differently, whereas patients who don't have any serious issues with it would be less likely to feel inclined to post about their...

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Linzess stresses keeping them in their original container with lid tightly closed but it doesn't explain why. Do they go bad or lose their power? I have accidentally left quite a few out in open air. I'd like to know if they're still good because I'd hate to have to throw them away as they are expensive. Anyone know the answer? ## I recently posted the following question: "Linzess stresses keeping them in their original container with lid tightly closed but it doesn't explain why. Do they go bad or lose their power? I have accidentally left quite a few out in open air. I'd like to know if they're still good because I'd hate to have to throw them away as they are expensive. Anyone know the answer?" After posting the above I was informed that there ...

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Should econorm be taken or must be taken for intestinal amoebiasis? I am very prone for amoebiasis, as soon as I drink water which is not boiled or plain even uv treated I get infected. I am very much sick of this problem while others of my age/my acquaintances do not. What is econorm used for and is it a 'must' to take it? One more thing, does this econorm prevent you from being constipated? I think that's why the docs are prescribing it? Please advise me. I'm waiting for your reply. Thanks. ## You can't be so sure about amoebiasis. Amoebiasis when causes symptoms it gives severe pain and diarrhea. And secondly, asides this is not a medical advice and i don't ask you to follow my words i am just sharing my own experience. But i would say that econorm is good for...

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