[Fogest]

Ultimately you get these extreme issues if you ignore a problem for too long. If you are becoming constipated and let it continue for many days on end without seeking some kind of treatment I feel that you are kinda to blame. I had some constipations at one point while on it and used some over the counter style fiber products and stool softeners to deal with the problem. If I ignored the problem of course I could potentially end up in these more extreme situations.

I think if people are choosing to use such medications they should make sure they are aware of the potential complications and are vigilant with their health to ensure these extreme side effects are avoided.

[gib444]

Fibre and stool softeners did nothing for me. Nor increasing water. Nor exercise. Nor massaging my stomach. Nor senna

Only a magnesium drink ("Milk of Magnesia") or bisocodyl, neither of which are pleasant to take regularly as they result only in diarrhoea

It's hard to balance trying to let your body do its thing with less extreme method and resorting to the nuclear option. You also have to write off a day and not go anywhere after taking those

It's very much related to the drug and not just "ignoring" something

[Fogest]

I only had an issue because I was taking an iron supplement at the same time which also can further cause constipation. I stopped taking that and it resolved my constipation issues.

I'm not too sure what you're referring to with a "write off day". I am on the highest dose currently and don't have this issue. I maybe get some sleepiness the day after taking it but I can still do things. However that effect has also subsided a lot after taking it for long over.

Every medication will have pros and cons. I'm having huge success on the medication and the slight issues I have are a worthy tradeoff personally.

[rootusrootus]

Try miralax yet? It’s basically tasteless in a glass of water.