Michigan Constipation OTC

Students must help an elderly man choose a product to relieve his opioid-induced constipation with the approval of his physician. Recommended medications include: Dulcolax Tab; Senokot Tab. A stimulant laxative is beneficial for opioid-induced constipation.

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UConn OTC GI Exercise 3

Patient presents to the counter to ask the pharmacist about his constipation. He is trying to figure out why he is constipated and how to treat it. Patient informs you that he eats mostly meat and carbs and because he is retired, only goes outside to get the mail.   Student will recommend lifestyle changes for […]

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Constipation

Patient with constipation who presents with a product request after Metamucil is ineffective.

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