Dizziness From Linzess

I have gastroparesis and have been on Linzess for a year and a half. It worked ok until recently. Now I'm not going at all. Can I drink water the 30 minutes before my first meal. Most of the time I don't eat much. ## Hello, Donna! How are you? I'm very sorry about the problem you're having. It works best taken on an empty stomach, with just a sip of water. Typical side effects, as listed by the FDA may include nausea, dizziness, diarrhea and stomach pain. At this point, it would be best to consult your doctor, many people have reported a similar issue. For some people it only works for a few weeks, but sometimes it works longer, but few are having long-term good luck with it Are there any other questions or concerns? ## Thanks for replying. It is now giving diarrhea and ...

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Linzess was prescribed by my pcp, 1 capsule every other day for oic. It works within about 4 to 5 hrs and works just fine, no sidefects what so ever. The medicine works just fine for OIC. So whatever you people are experiencing has got to be a fluke, the medicine works just fine. ## We are all different, so a medication that works well for you may not work great for someone else that tries it. Have you experienced any side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, bloating, diarrhea, and abdominal pain that the FDA lists as being common with this medication?

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When I take linzess with food it gives me severe diarrhea Will this be sufficient to clear me out for a colonoscopy ? ## Hello, Jen! How are you? It would be best to double check with your doctor. Sometimes that doesn't fully cleanse, so something else may still be required. Other side effects of Linzess, as listed by the FDA, may possibly include nausea, dizziness, bloating and flatulence. Is there anything else I can help with? ## It's best to take Linzess 30 mins to an hour prior a meal and not with food, as directed by the label. My friend is a pharm rep for it and he says this is important. When I first started taking it I thought alternating days would help but he said it's important to take it every day and that eventually the severe diarrhea should subside. He was ri...

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Taking linzess for two weeks. I feel great. No more bloating. No side effects, although do make sure you take it 30mins before your first meal of the day or you could have some of the side effects worsen. ## Taking it closer to a meal could also result in it not being as effective. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, bloating and diarrhea. Is it still working well for you? ## Hi, I've had terrible bloating along with the constipation for a while and I started up on lizness about 4 days ago. I was curious if you had bloating when starting out and then it got better after the 2 weeks or was it just good since you started? (Sorry for writing so much)

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Ive taken 145 mg linzess now for 12 months for idiopathic constipation, my daily dizziness and mental fog are becoming difficult to deal with. Is there any suggestion anyone has to reduce this problem. thanks for reading this. ## Hello, Dennis! How are you? I'm very sorry about the problem that you're having. Have you consulted your doctor about these symptoms? The dizziness is a very common side effect, as listed by the FDA, you may also experience fatigue, dehydration, rash and abdominal pain. However, you may need to take a break from it and try a different medication. Alternatively, your doctor may know of some way to help alleviate these symptoms. ## Duh! Take less meds. That should help. ## Take less meds. That should help.

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I have other prescription meds.. I take them in the mourning. Is it ok to take lizness with them together? I just worry about linzess flushing my meds out of my body before they work. Thank you. ## Hello, Lee! How are you? Unless your doctor instructs otherwise, you should take the Linzess at least a half an hour before eating or taking other medications. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, bloating and diarrhea. What other medications are you on?

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I see you didn't get any answers I was just wondering how long you taking linzess and did you get ahead of the parasite issues? I'm having a lot of gastrointestinal issues in the doctors don't seem to care that I didn't have proof that I have parasites. Let me know if you can how things worked out with taking linzess and getting ahead of parasites. ## Hello, Tova! How are you? Since you didn't post this in response to a specific post, I am afraid I have to ask you for clarity. What parasite issues were you referring to? Linzess is most commonly used to chronic constipation and the FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, stomach cramps, and diarrhea. ## Sorry I thought I had posted this specifically to someone who would talked about...

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I have a back problem and am taking pain meds that constipated me. Filling up until impaction and then blasting it out with potassium citrate, etc. Under the Doctor's guidance I reduced the pain meds and started Linzess. I did a clean out and then started the Linzess 3 days ago. So far nothing, no BM. I am on the 145 dosage. How long does it take this medication to work? I am taking it on an empty stomach at least 30 minutes before breakfast. ## Hello, John! How are you? Usually, people see results with first dosing. Are you taking it with water? You may need to try to higher dose. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, weight loss, bloating and diarrhea.

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how long does it take to work ## Hello, Oscar! How are you? Linzess is not actually intended to be used for weight loss, so there is no time frame I can give you for this. It is used to treat symptoms of IBS that are associated with constipation. And while that may cause weight loss, in some instances, it can be dangerous to try to lose weight via giving yourself diarrhea, since it creates the risk of malnourishment and dehydration. Common side effects to this drug may include nausea, dizziness and stomach pain. Was it prescribed for weight loss? ## I just received a sample from the dr to help with my weight loss, however, I am shocked at ALL the side affects from people of.horrible weight gain! I am confused, can you please help explain? ## I have IBS. Been taking linzesss for a month....

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What happens if u take linzess on a empty stomach? ## Hi Chelle, Actually you are supposed to take Linzess on an empty stomach. Then you need to wait one hour following the meal for the drug to work best. If you eat before taking this medicine you need wait two hours to take it. I am not sure what issues might result from not following these rules? Hope this helps ## Hello, Chelle! How are you? Thank you, Steve for providing the correct information. As to what happens if you don't follow these instructions, the efficacy of the medication may be reduced, so it may not work. It is best taken on an empty stomach, with a full 8ounce glass of water, at least an hour before eating. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, diarrhea and bloating. Is th...

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Can linzess be taken as needed. My antidepressant causes constipation? ## Hello, Jill! How are you? Some people do take it that way, depending on how it works best for them. There is no harm in trying it that way, if your doctor approves of your doing so. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, bloating, stomach pain and diarrhea. However, have you tried just using fiber supplements?

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I have been taking linzess off and on for a few months. The first few times it worked great, but now it just makes my belly rumble, then I have to push to get anything out and it's still hard. ## Hi I agree.The first week I was on linzess it work to well vut it still helped but now that im back on it its been two days and still nothing.. what did you do or why is it my stomach just rumbling but im not going. ## It should be taken as prescribed by your doctor, which is usually daily. Additionally, it needs to be taken with water, on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes before eating or drinking anything else. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, abdominal cramping, bloating and diarrhea. Does anyone else have any advice or ideas that may he...

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I was happy to learn that there was something I can take to help with my chronic constipation. Day 1... nothing really happened. Day 2.... slight BM. Day 3.... horrible diarrhea ... so bad I had to leave work... my butt was raw!! ... and burned so badly . These frighten me... that I have not taken the pill since that day... I also have had some episodes of nausea while on day 3. I'm wondering if this is how it is to take Linzess? It had really deterred me from continuing the drug. ## Yes, it can cause that as a side effect in some people that take it, according to both FDA and user reports. You may also experience nausea, dizziness, headache, and stomach pain. Are you on any other medications? Have you tried taking it, again?

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I am taking Constella for IBS but I also have a rectocele which seems to prevent a bowel movement unless I take laxatives and suppositories. Does this sound possible? Thank you ## Hello, Carole! How are you? Constella and Linzess both contain the same active ingredient, Linaclotide, so both are pretty much the same. The U.S. FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, bloating, stomach pain, and diarrhea. Rectoceles have been known to cause difficulty having bowel movements, according to the NIH, there are various treatment options that may help, including surgery. What has your doctor advised?

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Great medicine, although I have only started. Can I skip two days before taking the next dosage? Also I am shocked at the cost. $400+ for a three month supply. Any ideas? ## How is it working for you? You should follow your doctor's prescribing instructions, skipping days may prevent it from working as well as it should. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, bloating and diarrhea. There is a savings program available from the manufacturer. You can find information on it via the Linzess website at Linzess.com click here. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Call your insurance. Tell them doctor said you have to have it... be the squeaky wheel.

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Hi I just been given linzess 290 for everyday. I suffer with tons of gas and constipation and bloating all the time.and it worked great the first few days of taking it however I noticed when I took it I had uncomtorble spasms in my lower belly so my doctor recommended to take it every other day. Do you think I should switch to the lower dose? I'm scared I won't have a BM and I'll have gas the days I don't take the 290 dose. ## It is always best to follow your doctor's instructions and the only way to know how it will work for you is by trying it. Some people have been doing quite well taking it every other day. The stomach cramping and spasms can be normal side effects of this medication, according to FDA reports. You may also experience nausea, dizziness, headache, ...

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I had an awfull expierence with my first and only dose of Linzess. I expierenced severe dizziness, lightheadedness after the first 3 hours. Then I noticed a rash on my face, swollen eyes, wheezing, sneezing and severe itching. These symptoms lasted 18 hours + and I continue to have an itching face the next day. I took benedryl evey 6 hours for 2 days. After reading the Lizness website, I found I expierenced "Rare" side effects and I have called Actavis to report my adverse reaction. ## Yes, those are typical symptoms of an allergic reaction, as listed by the FDA and it usually means you will need to refrain from taking this medication in the future, as these types of reactions can get worse with repeated exposure. How are you doing, now? Has it cleared up? ## I have Been taking ...

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I just started taking Linzess. I am on day 4 of this medication. I am on a low dose for the first week; then I am supposed to start a much higher dose of Linzess. I have yet to have a BM. However, I have severe gas and abdominal pain. I how to get super dizzy and nauseated. I have cerebral palsy so the dizziness and listlessness are dangerous. I am afraid I will lose my balance. Will these symptoms subside? I am afraid that I will never get back to work substitute teaching because my bms. By the way this is been going on for almost 2 years. I have tried several different medications. ## Hello, Lisa! How are you doing? I'm very sorry about the problem you're having. Given that you have CP, I think it would be best if you returned to your doctor and spoke to them about these side ...

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First time I tried it as prescribed once in the morning ...no luck. ## Hello, Vanessa! How are you? I'm sorry it didn't work for you. Did you make sure to take it on an empty stomach, with just water, at least a half hour before eating? Sometimes, people haven't been receiving the proper instructions with their prescriptions, so they don't know they have to take it that way. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, bloating and diarrhea. ## Reading some of the comments may be my answer. I take Linzess 30 minutes before breakfast and can go nowhere for 3 or 4 hours because of sudden diarrhea - so embarrassing! My hope is taking it at bedtime like a few said may be my answer. Pharmacists and doctors know little but trial & error. ...

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Trying to simply find the best way to somehow get some serious price relief on this amazing but incredibly ridiculously priced pill. I understand a profit but the pricing I am finding is simply, for lack of a better way to put it, pure advantage taking of the public. Please help. ## Hello, Swanson8! How are you? These is a co-pay card available for eligible patients that helps you pay as little as $30 a month, if your eligible. You can check out the qualifications and print the card from their website at Linzess.com click here. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, bloating, gas and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with? ## You can get 90 tablets for $430 via the Linzess Savings Program at: linzess.pskw.net. ## I we...

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