constipation

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In clinical trials, at least 20% of patients experienced nausea, constipation, diarrhea and vomiting, and between 5% and 10% of patients, depending on which dose they were taking, discontinued treatment.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Eating foods that contain gluten can trigger a range of gut symptoms, such as diarrhoea, stomach aches, sloating and flatulence, indigestion and constipation.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

Between 40 and 70 percent of patients on these drugs report gastrointestinal adverse effects, like acid reflux, chronic diarrhea, and/or constipation.

From Slate • Mar. 22, 2026

At Tiny Health’s suggestion, Allen started giving her son probiotic supplements, which she said helped his constipation and sleeping.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

“Like constipation pills, adult diapers, ointments. A bunch of butt-related stuff, now that I think about it.”

From "I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter" by Erika L. Sánchez