What is the recommended approach to treating severe constipation in patients on GLP1 R agonist therapy?
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General Internal Medicine · State Department Medical Services
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About half of the people taking these drugs will experience some of these GI side effects (diarrhea or constipation), at least transiently. When I prescribe these meds, I also “prescribe” daily fiber and adequate fluid intake. They should have smaller, frequent meals rather than large meals in one s...
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