Question 1

Drink plenty of fluids and eat more foods rich in fiber

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Try again.
 
These are good ways to manage constipation. Drinking at least 8 cups of water per day and eating fiber-rich foods (like raw fruits and vegetables, oatmeal, or other whole grains) can help. Just remember, diet alone may not be enough. Dwayne still needs to take laxatives.

Question 2

Take a fiber supplement

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You got it! This would not be a good idea.
 
It’s confusing - but fiber supplements can make constipation worse by making stools bulkier and harder to pass. For people taking opioids, experts recommend avoiding fiber supplements (like Metamucil) all together. Tap here to learn more about laxatives.(javascript:void(0))

Question 3

Increase the dose of his laxatives

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Try again. Dwayne may want to use this strategy to manage constipation.
 
One of the main ways Dwayne can stay regular is by increasing the dose of his daily laxatives (for example, Senna) when he starts to get more constipated. Once his bowel movements return to normal, he can try to go back to his old laxative routine.

Question 4

Add in a different laxative tonight

Accepted Answer

Try again. This can actually be a good way to get his bowel movements back on track.
 
In addition to their daily laxatives, it can be helpful to take an extra medicine like a cap full of milk of magnesia, a packet of Miralax®, or bisacodyl (Dulcolax®). Once Dwayne's bowels get moving again, he can go back to his normal laxative routine.

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