Expert Video - What are the main prescription medicines for opioid-induced constipation (OIC)?
Gastroenterologist Dr. Jeanetta Frye, an expert on chronic constipation, discusses the main prescription medications available to treat opioid-induced constipation (OIC). These medications include lubiprostone, methylnaltrexone bromide, naloxegol and naldemidine. Dr. Frye explains how each one works to help relieve OIC, such as by blocking the effects of opioid medications in the digestive system.
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What are the various treatment options for opioid-induced constipation?
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Can I manage opioid-induced constipation at home, or should I see a doctor?
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What are the main prescription medicines for opioid-induced constipation?
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Do I have to live with opioid-induced constipation?
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Can I stop taking opioids for pain? Are there alternatives?
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Are there clinical trials for OIC? Can I participate in new research?
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What questions should I ask my doctor about OIC treatment?
