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Chronic constipation due to psychotropic medications

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michemiche
michemiche

I have a child who takes daily psychotropic medications and suffers from chronic constipation. Any suggestions?

Have tried everything over the counter.

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  • quaid34186
    quaid34186 michemiche

    Posted

    Hi, I use a product called LAXOL which is sugar free and contains DOCUSATE SODIUM 50mg per pill and SENNOSIDIES 8mg per pill. I am an adult so not sure about for children. It is a gentle way of overcoming this problem for me.
    • michemiche
      michemiche quaid34186

      Posted

      Hi:

      Thank you for responding.

      My daughter is 41. She is a special needs adult. 

      Is Laxol under prescription?

  • quaid34186
    quaid34186 michemiche

    Posted

    There are natural ways also like vegetables and fruits like kiwifruit and I see molasses can work but it is a sugar which some cannot tolerate...
    • michemiche
      michemiche quaid34186

      Posted

      She is currently on Lactulose and Linzess.

      I have her on a Vegan diet with lots of fresh fruits and vegetables and plenty of water.

      However, her system becomes dependent on these medications which only help temporarily.

      Have you ever tried Trulance?

  • quaid34186
    quaid34186 michemiche

    Posted

    No I have just used the one drug Laxol as I have had a recent prostate operation and the whole thing affected my digestion and so on. I pray your daughter is helped by the information and guidance you can get from the internet and from your doctor.
  • huginomi00071
    huginomi00071 michemiche

    Posted

    Try following things

    1. Drink daily 3 to 5 liters water.

    2. Eat food containing fiber.

    3. Drink fresh juices.

    4. Drink milk daily.

    Hope it helps

     

    • michemiche
      michemiche huginomi00071

      Posted

      Thank you for your advice:

      Already:

      Drinks a lot of water

      Is already on high fiber diet

      Sits on the toilet daily for 45 minutes. Three times a day.

      Incorporates daily exercises

      Drinks Almond milk

    • michemiche
      michemiche huginomi00071

      Posted

      I have tried  Castor oil, Mineral oil,

      Magnesium Citrate.

      I believe I have tried everything over the counter.

      What is currently helping is Go-Litely which is given before having a Colonoscopy. Not that she needs a Colonoscopy but in the meantime that doctor finds the right medication.

    • michemiche
      michemiche Enwawin

      Posted

      There are two new medications on the market but they both require prior authorizations.

      Your doctor must provide supporting documentation in order for insurance carrier to pay .

      They are  Trulance 3 mg and Amitiza. Something to consider.

    • patrick95146
      patrick95146 michemiche

      Posted

      I had meds that made me severely constipated (5 days or more between BMs),age ,,14 to 18,had to get we eekly enemas from mom,wish these new drugs were around back then
  • Tinemac
    Tinemac michemiche

    Posted

    I work with people with special needs and for some reason this seems to be a common problem they have to endure. Sometimes it is a result of meds or just the way their digestive systems works. I believe you already follow best practice on diet , exercise, and drinking plenty water.

    Here are a few things that I have observed help the people I work with. Cup of coffee first thing in the morning. Cauliflower, (sometimes I just make a lunch of cauliflower and cheese sauce.) The other one that I see helps is when I make a dish of roast mixed veg and potatoes. Drinking water throughout the meal and smaller meals more often. Warm baths.

    I hope you might find something useful to apply to your situation. I wish you well.

  • patrick95146
    patrick95146 michemiche

    Posted

    Have you tried enemas?
    • michemiche
      michemiche patrick95146

      Posted

      I have, and not the Fleets that you find over the counter at the pharmacies.

      I have a regular large enema bag which does help sometimes. Her Gastroenterologist has even prescribed GoLitely which is prescribed when individuals are getting ready to have a Colonoscopy which does help. It will not be prescribed on a long term basis though.

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