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Bad constipation with Parkinson’s
Parkinson's Disease | Last Active: Jun 11 7:20pm | Replies (88)Comment receiving replies
thank you
I don’t want to get acustomed or dependent on stimulants; and do want a regimen consisting of something that they’ve heard of and are not suspicious of, in case of hospitalization.
500mg magnesium citrate usually is enough, sometimes with an additional 250mg magnesium oxide tablet, but they won’t let me take it in hospital. Brand names on the other hand like miralax or metamucil have them all nodding in agreement, nobody pushes back on those brand names
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@southwest
Generic options also available at Walmart (Clear Lax) and through Amazon (Polyethylene glycol). Good luck.
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@southwest
I agree with you on the use of magnesium supplements. I have found a product called Calm. It is a powered magnesium product that you mix with water and take at bedtime. It really works well for constipation, and I have also found that it promotes a good night's sleep.
If the magnesium isn't enough, I add some Miralax to the nighttime routine.
Regarding peristalsis, regular activity will help. A regular exercise plan is important for all aspects of PD. Abdominal massage can be a great benefit as well. If you search on YouTube, you will find demonstrations on abdominal massage.
It does take a variety of products and activities to keep regular with a PD diagnosis. You are asking great questions!