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Old 12-31-2012, 11:32 AM
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Originally Posted by Swmnupstrm View Post
Those of us on methadone, some of the nerve medicines (gabapention, lyrica) are chronically constipated. In addition, I take Cymbalta, and my bowels have ground to a screeching halt. I have been advised to avoid fiber laxatives because of the danger of bowel obstruction. Just my two cents worth.
I take gabapentin, lyrica and cymbalta too and my dr has me taking one colace at night. Seems to work well enough. I don't take methadone, however.

I was taking metamucil and other fiber products, but the dr said all I really needed was a softener and it worked!
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