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Medicines That Can Cause Constipation

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Many prescription and non-prescription medicines can cause constipation. Examples include:

  • Antacids.
  • Antidepressants.
  • Some blood pressure medicines.
  • Cold medicines (antihistamines).
  • Calcium and iron supplements.
  • Opioid pain medicines.

If you think that the constipation is caused by a medicine:

  • For prescription medicines, call the doctor who prescribed it to see whether you or your child should stop taking the medicine or take a different one. An appointment may not be needed.
  • For non-prescription medicines, stop using the medicine. Call your doctor if you feel that you or your child still needs to take the medicine.

Current as of: October 19, 2023

Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff

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Current as of: October 19, 2023

Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff

Clinical Review Board
All Healthwise education is reviewed by a team that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practitioners, registered dieticians, and other healthcare professionals.