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Posted by Franz on March 30, 2009, at 20:56:13
Clonazepam causes me constipation. Is there anything to take to help with this problem?. Thanks
Posted by Neal on March 30, 2009, at 21:51:28
In reply to What helps with constipation from clonazepam ?, posted by Franz on March 30, 2009, at 20:56:13
Many things, Franz. Old-fashion oat-meal is a cheap and tasty solution. The e-z-cook oatmeal will work too, but not quite as well. Granola, anything that is high fiber.
Posted by Phillipa on March 31, 2009, at 0:02:52
In reply to Re: What helps with constipation from clonazepam ?, posted by Neal on March 30, 2009, at 21:51:28
I take magnesium supplements citrate as have irritable bowel syndrome since a teenager. Phillipa
Posted by yxibow on March 31, 2009, at 3:46:47
In reply to What helps with constipation from clonazepam ?, posted by Franz on March 30, 2009, at 20:56:13
> Clonazepam causes me constipation. Is there anything to take to help with this problem?. Thanks
Sometimes benzodiazepines cause that and coming off them the reverse, its hard to say.
But, yes, fiber basically. If you don't like taking bran or eating high fiber cereals and salad, there's always the overpriced but not as harsh Citrucel (basically citrus waste fibers OTC).
I would not go the route of laxatives more than really occasionally if it gets bad because they just get your system very very used to them. Fiber is the doctor recommended way, and oat bran and Citrucel are a bit less harsh than wheat bran, but its up to you. Flax also can help but its rather harsh.There are plenty of popular cereals out there that you can read the nutrition information for reasonable carbohydrates and good fiber.
-- best wishes-- Jay
Posted by Fred23 on April 1, 2009, at 17:05:57
In reply to What helps with constipation from clonazepam ?, posted by Franz on March 30, 2009, at 20:56:13
Wash the meds down with prune juice.
Posted by elanor roosevelt on April 6, 2009, at 0:49:28
In reply to Re: What helps with constipation from clonazepam ?, posted by Fred23 on April 1, 2009, at 17:05:57
gnu foods: Orange Cranberry bar: flavor and fiber
Posted by atmlady on April 7, 2009, at 22:28:27
In reply to What helps with constipation from clonazepam ?, posted by Franz on March 30, 2009, at 20:56:13
Miaralax, trust me. You're welcome in advance!
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