Solution for constipation caused by pain meds?

Question

I'm on a large dose of oxycodone for an extended period of time. I know that one of the side-effects is constipation, and it seems to me that it is brought on by dehydration. I'm not cetain of this, just speculating, so please don't just say, "Drink lots of water", unless that's really worked for you. I'm looking for people with first-hand experience, and solutions.

Answer 1

Bingeing on prunes, mandarins or oranges for a few days should help.

Answer 2

Yep not nice is it? I am on Fentanyl Patch and Constipation is not nice and a impacted bowel is worse. What happens is the we do not get enough liquid into the bowel and it has zero to do with drinking. It means liquid as in fruit and the best fruit have one or two a day ONLY are Prunes. Nice juicy plump prunes, they take the liquid into the bowel and you are cured. I have tried everything including the stool softeners, finally landed on Prunes and am sticking to them like glue! Do not go over the top, eat five, because you will never get off the toilet, start with one a day and see how many you need. Good Luck.

Answer 3

I've the same problem, as I've been on OxyContin for the last six months. As far as I know, the constipation isn't caused by a lack of water, but rather the activation of opioid-receptors in the GI tract. Unfortunately, this side-effect is relatively unavoidable with long-term opioid use. Personally, I supplement my diet with psyllium fibre, and use stronger laxatives only sparingly. For a recommendation that best suits for your particular case, a physician or pharmacist could be consulted.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

yes, lots of fluids. a stool softener (not a laxative...that just dehydrates more) and eating more fiber also helps.
when you come off, you'll spend a lot of time in the bathroom, so be prepared. also, the pushing/pressure could cause hemmorhoids. get some tucks or prep H.
you can try a cleansing/detox tea from a natural food store.

Answer 7

A high fiber diet and lots of water is what works. Otherwise, you can get a product like Metamucil or some tasteless fiber substitute that you can mix in water or beverages, that will help.

Answer 8

Staying hydrated is the KEY! Drink tons of water and COFFEE in the am to help keep you regular. I also added a larger portion of fruit and veggies to my diet which has made the issues not as noticeable. Also you can try peracolace (SP?) which will help with the issues as well.

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Answer 10

look for "black seed oil " then take 1 tea spoonful morning and evening,with each tea spoon ful,take a warm galss of water,try exercising "sit ups" are more effective.or if you cant find that oil try "olive oil" use it as a salad dressing for every meal.