Posted by Deneb on August 23, 2010, at 16:18:40
In reply to Re: Does mineral oil affect absorption of meds?, posted by ed_uk2010 on August 23, 2010, at 14:30:49
Why isn't mineral oil good for long term use?
I've tried Metamucil, but it just makes me more constipated, even when I drink more water. I've tried eating lots of fruits and vegetables, but that doesn't work either.
Milk of magnesia works, but it gives me diarrhea and makes my stomach all grumbly and unhappy.
Senna gives me cramps and diarrhea.
Mineral oil jelly is giving me the best results now. I still don't poo everyday, but that is normal for me. The mineral oil doesn't give me cramps or gas or anything. It just gives me normal poo every 3 days or so.
I know that mineral oil cannot be absorbed by the body and interferes with adsorption of oil soluble vitamins, so I am worried about it interfering with my meds. I take multivitamins too.
How do I get lactulose? Is it by prescription? I may be lactose intolerant, will taking lactulose be like taking lactose?
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