What are the most common medications used to treat constipation?

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Open access

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Authors: Tripdatabase
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18174045
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Abstract

Common medications for constipation include osmotic laxatives like PEG, stimulant laxatives, lubiprostone, and linaclotide. Selection of treatment is guided by the underlying cause and patient factors.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Gastrointestinal motility and disorders Ginkgo biloba and Cashew Applications Complementary and Alternative Medicine Studies

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
7 January 2026