Posted 7/30/2014 7:32 PM (GMT 0)
Don't give up or get too upset yet. There are quite a few options out there if Linzess doesn't do the trick. What dose are you taking? My doc started me on the 290mcg (I think that's the right #), and then had me increase to 2xday with that dose. Give it some time, at least a couple days, and see what happens. I know they say take it like 45 minutes or something before eating in the morning, but if it doesn't help, ask your doc about either changing the dose or maybe adding another med, or even changing the timing of the med. Generally, the closer you take the med to eating, the bigger the chance you may end up w/ diarrhea, so maybe taking it closer to the time you eat would give you better results. Again, before you go changing things or getting yourself too upset, give it some time. And please don't make changes without talking to your doc first!!
Just curious, what's your diet like? Have you talked to your doc about stuff like how much/little fiber you should be eating, etc.? I always thought the more the better. Not always true.
I really hope that you find some relief soon. I have chronic constipation, and because of severe nerve damage, it has gotten to the point where I only go every 2 weeks, when I take multiple laxatives and drink 1/2 gallon bowel prep stuff. I'm only telling you that because I just wanted you to know you aren't alone, and that I do understand the frustration and pain and everything that comes along with being backed up.
Talk to your doc. Work together to find a solution that you can live with!! It will get better!