Exercise constipation

Capecitabine is used for the treatment of colorectal and breast cancers. It is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to capecitabine or any of its components or to 5-fluorouracil and in patients with known dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase (DPD) deficiency. The use of capecitabine is restricted in patients with severe renal impairment. The drag can induce diarrhea, sometimes severe. Other side effects include anemia, hand-foot syndrome, hyperbilirubinemia, nausea, stomatitis, pyrexia, edema, constipation, dyspnea, neutropenia, back pain, and headache. Cardiotoxicity has been observed with capecitabine. A clinically important drag interaction between capecitabine and warfarin has been demonstrated. Care should be exercised when the drag is co-administered with CYP2X9 substrates. 

MANAGING CONSTIPATION. Constipation caused by decreased gastric motility can be a problem widi cholinergic dm. The nurse urges the patient to increase fluid intake up to 2000 mL daily (if healdi conditions permit), eat a diet high in fiber, and obtain adequate exercise The primary healdi care provider may prescribe a stool softener, if necessary, to prevent constipation. 

Constipation—It is a good idea to drink plenty of fluids during die day, exercise if approved by die primary healdi care provider, and eat foods high in fiber. 

If constipation occurs, relieve it by eating foods high in fiber, increasing fluid intake and exercising if condition permits. 

OILE ACID SEQUESTRANTS. Fhtients taking the antihyperlipidemic dragp, particularly the bile acid sequestrants, may experience constipation. The dragp can produce or severely worsen preexisting constipation. The nurse instructs the patient to increase fluid intake, eat foods high in dietary fiber, and exercise daily to help prevent constipation. If the problem persists or becomes... 

A patient in the medical clinic is taking cholestyramine (Questran) for hyperlipidemia. The primary health care provider has prescribed TLC for the patient. The patient is on a low-fat diet and walks daily for exercise. His major complaint at this visit is constipation, which is very bothersome to him. Discuss how you would approach this situation with the patient. What information would you give the patient concerning his constipation ... 

MANAGING CONSTIPATION. Constipation may be a problem when a patient is taking oral iron preparations. The nurse instructs the patient to increase fluid intake to 10 to 12 glasses of water per day (if the condition permits), eat a diet high in fiber, and increase activity. An active lifestyle and regular exercise (if condition permits) help to decrease tiie constipating effects of iron. If... 

If you experience constipation, drink plenty of fluids, eat a high-fiber diet, and exercise (if your condition allows). If constipation persists, the primary health care provider may prescribe a mild laxative or stool softener. 

Walking and other aerobic exercises help to tone the muscles of the lower abdominal area, which promotes propulsion in the bowel. Constipation is a frequent complaint of sedentary persons. 

Laxatives should not be given to children younger than 6 years of age unless prescribed by a physician. Because children may not be able to describe their symptoms well, they should be evaluated by a physician before being given a laxative. Treating secondary causes may resolve the constipation without the use of laxatives. As in adults, children benefit from a healthy balanced diet, adequate fluid, and regular exercise. 

Constipation is the most common adverse reaction it can be treated with increased water intake, dietary fiber (given separately from calcium), and exercise. Calcium carbonate can create gas, sometimes causing flatulence or upset stomach. 

General measures believed to be beneficial in managing constipation include dietary modification to increase the amount of fiber consumed daily, exercise, adjustment of bowel habits so that a regular and adequate time is made to respond to the urge to defecate, and increasing fluid intake. 

Constipation commonly occurs during pregnancy. Nondrug modalities such as education, physical exercise, biofeedback, and increased intake of dietary fiber and fluid should be instituted first. 

Constipation can be treated with increases in exercise, fluid, and dietary fiber intake. 

Special populations - Clinical trial and postmarketing experience suggest that debilitated patients or patients taking additional medications that decrease Gl motility may be at greater risk of serious complications of constipation. Therefore, appropriate caution and follow-up should be exercised if alosetron is prescribed for these patients. 

Drugs are not a first choice treatment for constipation. The patient should eat food with high fibre content and drink enough liquid. Consistent food habits and regular bowel movements counteract constipation and physical exercise is also important for intestinal function. 

Assess the patient for constipation, which may occur with exercise diuresis... 

When using mineral substances that can suppress Stomach-Qi, Lung-Qi and Kidney-Qi, causing Qi stagnation and constipation, one should exercise caution in treating patients who suffer from disorders that involve the aforementioned organs. 

Adverse Reactions Adverse events with a higher incidence in fiuvastatin-treated patients than placebo patients Arthropathy Exercise-related muscle pain Sinusitis Bronchitis Dyspepsia Diarrhea Abdominal pain Nausea Insomnia Fatigue Abdominal pain Asthenia Constipation Diarrhea Dyspepsia Flatulence Nausea Headache Upper respiratory tract infection Headache Constipation Flatulence Dyspepsia Abdominal pain Arthralgia Myalgia Bronchitis Pruritus Rhabdomyolysis Increases in serum transaminases and CPK... 

The authors suggested that diet modification and regular exercise should be encouraged in patients taking clozapine, in order to prevent constipation. 

The sedative effects of opioids are dose related, and as this patient has grade III encephalopathy the use of any opioid should be avoided if possible unless the patient is ventilated. Opioids also increase the risk of constipation, leading to worsening encephalopathy. Extreme caution should be exercised with all opioids in patients with renal impairment, as reduced renal excretion can lead to increased and prolonged effects, enhancing respiratory depression, sedation and constipation. Where practical, naloxone should be available to allow for reversal of effects if necessary. 

Dry mouth can be managed with increased intake of fluids, oral lubricants (Xerolube), ice chips, or use of sugarless chewing gum or hard candy. Constipation can be treated with increases in exercise, fluid, and dietary fiber intake. 

Nonpharmacological methods of treating constipation are increased dietary fiber and exercise. 

Take regular exercise to improve digestion and bowel function and reduce stress, which can cause constipation. 

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