Introduction

Uses of Lubigut

Constipation
Irritable bowel syndrome

Side effects of Lubigut

Nausea
Headache
Abdominal pain
Abdominal distension
Diarrhea
Flatulence

How to use Lubigut

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lubigut is to be taken with food.

How Lubigut works

Lubigut increases the secretion of fluids in the intestine, which in turn increases the motility of the intestine, thereby making the stool soft and easier to pass.

What if you forget to take Lubigut?

If you miss a dose of Lubigut, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

Lubiprostone should preferably be taken with meals to reduce symptoms of nausea.
Seek medical attention if you experience severe diarrhea, breathlessness (dyspnea) or difficulty in breathing, chest pain, tightness in chest during treatment.
You should be thoroughly examined to confirm the absence of obstruction (e.g. gall stones, hernia, Crohn's disease, diverticulitis, polyps, impacted bowel movement etc.) before starting lubiprostone treatment.
Lubiprostone is not recommended in children under 18 years of age.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Safety Advice

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Alcohol: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lubigut. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Lubigut may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Lubigut is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Driving: It is not known whether Lubigut alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Kidney: Lubigut is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Lubigut is recommended.
CAUTION – Liver: Lubigut should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lubigut may be needed. Please consult your doctor.