What can I do to have more frequent bowel movements/stop all these symptoms?
25-year-old woman
Hello, I have been taking medication (Topiramate, Paroxetine, Aventyl) for over two years for migraines (T/A) and anxiety (P). For the past few weeks, I have been unable to have a bowel movement. I only go every 4-5 days. When I do go, it takes a long time, my stomach hurts, my heart hurts, I get cold sweats and nausea.
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Naji-tom Samaha · a year ago
Hello Mrs,
For constipation, taking PEG-3350 (LAX-A-DAY, Restoralax and other brands) can help soften stools. It is a tasteless and odourless powder that can be diluted in a small amount of any liquid and drunk once a day as needed.
I encourage you to eat lots of fiber (fruits and vegetables, whole grains, etc) and drink lots of fluids to soften the stool.
I hope I've been helpful and I'm available if you have any other questions!
Tom Samaha, pharmacist
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