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Does Paracetamol Cause Constipation?

Can paracetamol make you constipated? I had my baby by Caesarian section on 5th March and only got bowl movementa after taking laxatives and the right foods yesterday....my bottom is in agony today and wondered what the best form of pain relief was to take?
Tue, 31 Mar 2015
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.

I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You can take paracetamol or Ibuprofen for pain. It does not cause constipation. Do not take on empty stomach. Take plenty of water.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care.

Regards,
Dr. Ramesh M. Vachharajani
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Does Paracetamol Cause Constipation?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You can take paracetamol or Ibuprofen for pain. It does not cause constipation. Do not take on empty stomach. Take plenty of water. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care. Regards, Dr. Ramesh M. Vachharajani