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EspañolAmitiza overview
BRAND NAMES:
Amitiza
Generic Names:
Amitiza
Uses:
Treats constipation. Also treats irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) with constipation in women. This medicine is a stool softener.
Therapeutic Classes:
Laxative
Forms:
Liquid Filled Capsule, Capsule
How it’s taken:
By mouth
What form(s) does Amitiza come in
Liquid Filled Capsule
Capsule
What are common Amitiza doses?
Capsule 8MCG
Capsule 24MCG
Common Amitiza prescriptions
Amitiza
60 capsules bottleAmitiza
24mcg capsuleAmitiza
8mcg capsule
How to take Amitiza
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Swallow the capsule whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Take this medicine with food and water. This will help lessen the chance of nausea.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Take this medicine with food and water. This will help lessen the chance of nausea.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Swallow the capsule whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.
What to do if you miss a dose of Amitiza
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Oral routeAsk your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Amitiza contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to lubiprostone, or if you have stomach or bowel blockage.
Amitiza warnings
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have liver disease, low blood pressure, severe diarrhea, or a sudden change in bowel movements.
This medicine may make you feel dizzy or lightheaded. Stand or sit up slowly if you are dizzy. This is more likely to happen when you begin to use the medicine or if you become dehydrated.
Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Amitiza interactions
Some medicines can affect how lubiprostone works. Tell your doctor if you are using methadone or a blood pressure medicine.
Amitiza side effects
Serious Side Effects
Severe nausea or vomiting
Trouble breathing
Severe diarrhea, stomach pain or swelling
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting
Less Serious Side Effects
Mild nausea
Headache