🔬 GastrointestinalCapsule
Amitiza
Lubiprostone
Chloride channel activator for chronic constipation.
Form
Capsule
Uses
3
Side effects
4
Category
Gastrointestinal
01
What is Amitiza used for?
- Chronic idiopathic constipation
- IBS with constipation
- Opioid-induced constipation
02
Lubiprostone side effects
The following side effects have been reported for Lubiprostone. Their order does not indicate how often an effect occurs.
Nausea
Diarrhea
Headache
Abdominal pain
03
Lubiprostone warnings & precautions
- Take with food to reduce nausea
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Frequently asked questions
05
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