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How Do I Treat The Constipation Caused By Adderall?

How do I treat the constipation caused by Adderal? I have been taking Adderal again for about two months, after stopping for almost three years. At first, I went regularly, pushing out any stools that were backed up. Now, I have very minimal stools. I have the urge to go about an hour after I take it in the morning, but I know that I am not pushing out everything. The constipation is uncomfortable. I tried bulking laxatives and those seemed to work, but I do not want to mess with the medicine or my body's natural balance. What do I do?
Mon, 26 Feb 2018
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Hello and welcome,

Adderall in a combination of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. Chronic use of adderall can cause constipation. If are not willing to take medicines to manage the constipation you may try the following natural home remedies to help with the constipation.
-Increase fluid intake. Some studies suggest sparkling water is superior compared to simple tap water.
-Increase your daily fiber intake by eating plenty of vegetables, cereals, wholemeal bread, wholegrains, oats or seeds.
-Eat more probiotic foods (yogurt) or supplements. They increase bowel movements and soften stools, making it easier to pass.
-Do regular exercises. Exercise increases the time for the food to move faster through the gut. Faster the food movements, less water is reabsorbed back to the gut and the stool remains softer.
-Don't ignore the feeling of needing the toilet. Whenever feel urge use a bathroom. Delaying may result in bigger and harder faeces formation which is more difficult to pass later.
-Try to reduce stress in your daily life. Stress can cause or worsen the constipation.

I hope the above information will be helpful for you. Please, feel free to ask me if there is anything else you need to know.

Thank you,
Malik Amonov MD
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How Do I Treat The Constipation Caused By Adderall?

Hello and welcome, Adderall in a combination of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. Chronic use of adderall can cause constipation. If are not willing to take medicines to manage the constipation you may try the following natural home remedies to help with the constipation. -Increase fluid intake. Some studies suggest sparkling water is superior compared to simple tap water. -Increase your daily fiber intake by eating plenty of vegetables, cereals, wholemeal bread, wholegrains, oats or seeds. -Eat more probiotic foods (yogurt) or supplements. They increase bowel movements and soften stools, making it easier to pass. -Do regular exercises. Exercise increases the time for the food to move faster through the gut. Faster the food movements, less water is reabsorbed back to the gut and the stool remains softer. -Don t ignore the feeling of needing the toilet. Whenever feel urge use a bathroom. Delaying may result in bigger and harder faeces formation which is more difficult to pass later. -Try to reduce stress in your daily life. Stress can cause or worsen the constipation. I hope the above information will be helpful for you. Please, feel free to ask me if there is anything else you need to know. Thank you, Malik Amonov MD