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Medicines That Can Cause Constipation

Overview

Many prescription and nonprescription 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 nonprescription medicines, stop using the medicine. Call your doctor if you feel that you or your child still needs to take the medicine.

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Current as of: October 19, 2023

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

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