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Expert Video - What are the various treatment options for opioid-induced constipation (OIC)?

Gastroenterologist Dr. Jeanetta Frye describes lifestyle changes that can help treat opioid-induced constipation (OIC). These can include exercise, fiber, and hydration. Dr. Frye describes the medications available without a prescription and when it is time to talk with your doctor about prescription medications and other possible treatments for OIC.

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What are the various treatment options for opioid-induced constipation?
1. What are the various treatment options for opioid-induced constipation?
Can I manage opioid-induced constipation at home, or should I see a doctor?
2. Can I manage opioid-induced constipation at home, or should I see a doctor?
What are the main prescription medicines for opioid-induced constipation?
3. What are the main prescription medicines for opioid-induced constipation?
Do I have to live with opioid-induced constipation?
4. Do I have to live with opioid-induced constipation?
Can I stop taking opioids for pain? Are there alternatives?
5. Can I stop taking opioids for pain? Are there alternatives?
Are there clinical trials for OIC? Can I participate in new research?
6. Are there clinical trials for OIC? Can I participate in new research?
What questions should I ask my doctor about OIC treatment?
7. What questions should I ask my doctor about OIC treatment?

Other Sections in this Module:

Understanding Opioid-Induced Constipation (OIC)

Understanding Opioid-Induced Constipation (OIC)

Diagnosing OIC

Diagnosing Opioid-Induced Constipation

Advances in Opioid-Induced Constipation

Advances in Opioid-Induced Constipation

Other Modules:

IBS-C

Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation (IBS-C)

Chronic Constipation

Chronic Constipation (CC)

Dyssynergic Defecation

Dyssynergic Defecation (DD)

Patient Stories

Patient Stories

 

This educational activity has been developed by the International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders and Mechanisms in Medicine Inc.

This activity is supported by independent educational grants from AbbVie, Ironwood Pharmaceuticals and Takeda.

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