Most of the medications for constipation-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-C) are also used for chronic functional constipation, though there are some differences in how they’re used. In both ...

A surprising link between constipation and kidney decline led researchers to test lubiprostone, revealing that it can protect kidney function. The results point toward gut-based, mitochondria-boosting ...

Half of patients who use over-the-counter drugs for constipation say they do not use them as recommended, and many do not discuss their problem with their physician, a new survey finds. Constipation ...

Lubiprostone helps slow kidney damage in CKD Works through gut bacteria by raising spermidine levels A larger Phase III trial is being planned The multicenter Phase II trial (LUBI-CKD) enrolled 150 ...

Linzess is a prescription medication used to treat irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) and chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC). It works by increasing fluid in the intestines and ...

A bowel regimen is a set of medications to help people avoid or relieve constipation. It may involve medications, laxatives, and lifestyle changes. A person with constipation may find it difficult or ...

People who struggle with chronic constipation have a new drug-free option to help get things moving again.It's a first-of-its-kind capsule about the size of a regular pill — but instead of releasing ...

Travel constipation, or vacation constipation, happens when you suddenly find yourself unable to poop according to your regular schedule, whether it’s for a day or two or longer. Constipation can ...

Constipation, passing fewer than three stools per week, can be painful and may affect your lower back and your abdomen. It’s important to seek medical care for lasting constipation to determine the ...

Obstipation is a severe form of constipation that results in a person being unable to have a bowel movement. Constipation is when a person has stools that are infrequent and difficult to pass.