GLP-1 Constipation Got Me Down 😩

[D-Will-1964]

Been a few days now... this sucks.

Hang in there — this thread where people shared what helped has a lot of practical tips for the rough early-week GI stuff.

 

[KelsKetoKlub]

Oh, honey, it could be worse. Just wait until your first prep for the colonoscopy. You have to drink a gallon of fluid in a very short period.

 

[NauseousButHappy]

It WILL work for you. From what I understand, it's the safest for long-term use.

 

[In_The_Making]

Try blending up some smoothies and adding chia seeds. Getting enough fiber every day is key to keeping regular.

 

[TitrationTechnician]

You could take something like senna every once in a while to stimulate things. It's easy on the system, works quite well, doesn't cost much and you can get it anywhere.

 

[PeptidePals]

I take 500mg of magnesium every night. Seems to keep things flowing. Gotta drink enough water to help it all along.

 

[HawkLog]

This really helped me when I started my GLP-1 journey! It doesn't cause hair loss either and has great ingredients. Sometimes I'd add an extra magnesium tablet too.

 

[SnackSet]

I actually had to stop the medication due to severe constipation. It was making me vomit, and I developed a skin rash from the toxins. I tried a common OTC laxative, but it didn't help.

 

[D-Will-1964]

My needs are up and down, so here's my arsenal:

~ Milk of Magnesia (last resort)

~ A stimulant/stool softener combo pill (once a week; pricey but gentle)

~ A dose of OTC laxative (daily to stay ahead)

~ Testing a magnesium citrate (250mg, but inconsistent; maybe it's the coating)

~ Also, fiber gummies (3/day can cause gas/bloating)

 

[KelsKetoKlub]

Another good option is RestoraLAX...

 

[NauseousButHappy]

Drink a couple of tablespoons of olive oil. It helps to lubricate everything.

 

[In_The_Making]

I take a tablespoon of olive oil daily as well. I've been using Ozempic since it first came out. I still struggle with serious constipation. And drink plenty of water! Good luck

 

[TitrationTechnician]

Yellow dragon fruit!!!!!!

 

[PeptidePals]

Mix it as the package says. Some people add too much water and it doesn’t work right. You can repeat the dose too if you need to.

 

[HawkLog]

I like to gamble so I eat 6-8 dried apricots and wash 'em down with plenty of water. Buy a ticket and enjoy the ride, lol.

 

[SnackSet]

OP, I was dealing with this too, but now I have a glass of psyllium fiber with another fiber supplement every day.

 

[D-Will-1964]

Yeah, I hear ya SnackSet. If things get really bad, I might just DoorDash some Taco Bell. Heard that works miracles, LOL.

 

[PeptidePals]

Yeah, I hear ya SnackSet. If things get really bad, I might just DoorDash some Taco Bell. Heard that works miracles, LOL.

OMG I've heard that too! What is it about Taco Bell hahaha?

 

[SnackSet]

I agree with PeptidePals, it's so weird. I haven't had it in years because of what it does to me. No other Mexican food has this effect. Maybe get a protein bowl and pile on the beans and salsa? Could be better than a harsh laxative lol.

 

[NauseousButHappy]

I went out to dinner with my family and ate a ton of pasta, pizza, and fried appetizers and I had the worst stomach upset ever. Still feeling the effects a day later.