Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
Chronic idiopathic constipation is long-lasting difficulty passing stools, with hard, lumpy bowel movements and straining, where no underlying cause such as low fibre or medication is found.
Key points
- Management of chronic idiopathic constipation may involve dietary changes alongside medicines that stimulate movement through the bowel.
- The listed product contains prucalopride, classified as a prokinetic agent that increases gut motility.
Medicines listed for Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
The catalogue lists Motegrity, which contains Prucalopride in 1mg and 2mg tablet form. Prucalopride works by stimulating movement through the bowel, and it is indicated for chronic idiopathic constipation.
