Lubiprostone Amitiza

The description of Lubiprostone Amitiza.

Product Name - Lubiprostone Amitiza Company/Manufacturer - Lubiprostone Amitiza is manufactured by Sucampo Pharmaceuticals, INC. Consumer Demand - Lubiprostone Amitiza is used to treat certain types of constipation. Constipation that has an unknown cause and is not due to diet is idiopathic. It can improve some symptoms such as bloating, abdominal discomfort, decrease the need to strain and decrease the feeling of not being able to have a bowel movement. Miscellaneous Information - As with any medication, it is good to consult with your health care physician on all of the drugs or health problems that you may have before starting the medication. Some of the possible side effects of Lubiprostone Amitiza are vomiting, dry mouth, nausea, cough, fever, headache, diarrhea, gas, joint and back pain and trouble sleeping.

If you experience severe diarrhea, swelling in the arms or legs or mood swings, you should notify your health care professional immediately. Many people experience trouble breathing or tightening in the chest 30 to 60 minutes after their initial dose of the medication. This reaction is not considered serious and usually goes away in about 3 hours. Symptoms of rare and serious allergic reactions are rash, itching, trouble breathing, swelling and severe dizziness. It is very important to tell your physician if you have a history of chronic diarrhea, Crohn's Disease, gallstones, Hirschsprung's disease, hernia, diverticulitis, polyps or an obstruction of the gastrointestinal system.

Tell your physician if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breast feeding. Lubiprostone Amitiza could be harmful to an unborn child. It is not known whether this medication passes through breast milk to the nursing child so it is very important to tell your physician. Tell your physician about any medications, including vitamins, minerals and over the counter medications that you might be taking and do not begin taking any medication without consulting your physician.