Rob - Constipation

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--- " Rob " wrote:

>

> > What can help me use the bath room better without the cramping and

> binding up from taking Morphine and Percocet for my pain?

>

Rob,

There are lots of available solutions for this. You do not need to

live with it, and should NOT allow it to continue.

First, try Miralax. It is now available over the counter, although I

still have my doctor write a prescription for the prescription

version, because my copay is less than paying OTC and my insurance

still covers it. It is not a typical laxative. It is safe to take

everyday/long term, which is not true of some OTC laxatives. It does

not cause bloating or cramping like other laxatives either, and it is

MUCH more effective.

If it doesn't work, talk to your doctor about other options. Don't

be embarrassed - everyone who takes an opiate has to deal with this.

It's the one side effect that never goes away. There are other

prescription options available.

Also, add " Power Pudding " into your daily routine. Here's the recipe:

1/4 C bran (can use " All Bran " cereal)

1/4 C applesauce

1/4 C prune juice (I think they call it " plum juice " now!)

Mix thoroughly and store in the refrigerator. Eat 1 heaping

tablespoon a day to start - increase the " dose " as needed. Can also

season with ginger or cinnamon or whatever other spices you like.

Hope these suggestions help.

Cheryl in AZ

Moderator

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I also take opiates for pain and have the double whammy of damage to

the nerves which control the sphincter muscles. Cheryl suggestions

are good.

I take two 250 mg Magnesium tablets daily which seems to help me. You will just

have to play with the amounts and " dial-in " how your body works.

There may come a day when you won't be able to stray to far from home, if you

get my drift.

in ville