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Linaclotide and Diarrhea

Result of checking the interaction of drug Linaclotide and disease Diarrhea for safety when used together.

Check result:

Linaclotide <> Diarrhea

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

The use of linaclotide may cause diarrhea that might be associated with dizziness, syncope, hypotension and electrolyte abnormalities (hypokalemia and hyponatremia). It is recommended to withhold dosing and rehydrate patients if severe diarrhea occurs. Care should be exercised when prescribing this agent to patients at risk of diarrhea or dehydration.

Linaclotide

Generic Name: linaclotide

Brand Name: Linzess

Synonyms: n.a.

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