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Can Probiotics Cause Constipation
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Can probiotics cause constipation?

Not likely: Probiotics help restore the good bacteria in the gut that aid the digestive process. They should not cause constipation. Make sure you drink adequate amount of fluids also. ...Read more
Probiotic (Definition)
Probiotics, by definition, are beneficial bacteria that live in our intestinal tract to help us maintain health intestines and colon. There are several species of these bacteria that are helpful to us including lactobacillus acidophilus. The meats we eat contain antibiotics that kill our natural bacteria that reside in our gut. Today, you will replace these ...Read more
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Can loperamide cause constipation?

Absolutely yes..: This medicine slows down your intestinal motility, reduces fecal volume and increases viscosity, thus it can cause constipation if you are senstive to it or over using it. It is often used to treat diarrhea, short-term use. Stopping it should resolve your constipiation in a couple of days if it is causing your constipation. Consult doc if severe/persistent. Good luck. ...Read more
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Can clyndamicin cause constipation.

Usually the opposite: Clndamycin's a strong antibiotic, and can cause diarrhea in people at high doses. Usually constipation is caused from not hydrating well, or possibly diet related if you don't have enough fiber in your diet, or eat enough vegetables. So, start there, and work backwards to determine what makes your constipation worse/better. You want to take probiotics too with any antibiotics to keep your GI happy. ...Read more
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Can macrobid cause constipation?

Yeap: Any antibiotic can cause constipation including nitrofurantoin. ...Read more
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Can antacid cause constipation?

Antacids that: Contain aluminum or calcium may have consipation as a side effect. ...Read more
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Can biotin cause constipatio?

No: In and of itself, it should not cause constipation. ...Read more
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Can indigestion cause constipation?

Some circumstances: Indigestion describes an upset stomach; constipation relates to infrequent stooling. There is little likelihood of a cause & effect relationship. However, many patients with indigestion reach for remedies that may be constipating (e.g. Calcium or aluminum-based antacids). Also, global dysfunction of transit through the gut would result in both symptoms due to a slow emptying stomach & colon. ...Read more
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Can Infacol cause constipation?

Simethicone: Infacol (simethicone) is not associated with constipation. One reference suggested it may be associated with loose stools. Other references stated that infacol (simethicone) is not associated with any common side effects. ...Read more
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Can probiotics cause insomnia?

No: Probiotics do not act on the central nervous system and would not cause insomnia. ...Read more
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Can probiotics cause fatigue?

Not usually: Not usually, but if they are pushing out other pathogenic (bad) bugs, or if there is a strain (sometimes strep) that is triggering your immune system, they may. ...Read more
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Can milk cause constipation?

Dairy products can: Be binding for some people (but not for everyone). ...Read more
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Can oatmeal cause constipation?

Not if you are: Well hydrated. Fiber without sufficient hydration can be clogging. ...Read more
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Can mebervine cause constipation?

Not listed: as a side effect of this medicine. Known side effects include: allergic or hypersensitivity reactions such as anaphylactic reactions angioedema face edema skin rash or rashes urticaria ...Read more
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Can hemoroids cause constipation and bloating?

Not really: But constipation can cause hemorrhoids and bloating. Most people can treat it with increasing water intake, exercise and stool softeners. If that doesn't help, you need to see a doctor. ...Read more
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Can granola cause constipation?

Hard to Say: Many foods can contribute to constipation. Typically the nuts, grains, and dried fruit in many granolas should help maintain regular stools, but this requires plenty of water intake. Even with high-fiber foods, inadequate fluids can cause constipation to occur. That said, examining diet, fluids, and exercise overall, rather than a single component, will yield the most complete answer. ...Read more
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Can ibuprofen cause constipation?

It can: But less so than narcotic pain relievers do. Especially when taken in the recommended dosing. Drinking extra glass with each dose should prevent any constipation. ...Read more
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Can Azo cause diarrhea?

Yes: Brad azo Gantrisin and generic sulfisoxazole with phenazopyridine.. It is used for urinay tract infection. Beside diarrhea it also causes nausea, vomiting, upset stomach and headaches. ...Read more
Constipation (Child) (Definition)
A condition in which it is difficult to pass stools because the stools are too firm or too dry. ...Read more
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