I've been battling CIC and IBS-C for about 12 years. Linzess was the first medication to help me. I started taking it about a year ago and it was life changing. I went from actually never having a BM (only going with enemas) to having a BM once per day. I've never felt better. About 2.5 weeks ago linzess suddenly stopped working. I haven't had a single BM. I don't understand what caused the changed. I'm already on the 290 dose so increasing the dose isn't an option. I appreciate any insight anyone has. Thank you!
Has LINZESS abruptly stopped working for anyone else?
Question posted by MsPhilly on 28 Dec 2014
Last updated on 26 October 2021 by BeHelpful
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You may just need to add something else to your daily regimen like MiraLAX and/or Fibercon, in addition to taking the Linzess.Of course I’m sure you know to drink a lot of water and high-fiber diet… Prunes and beans help a lot!
Linzess stopped working for me after 4 days. Another prescription stopped working after 2 weeks. My Doc recommended Benefiber. I now buy a discount store's version of fiber powder. It totally dissolves in water and drinks just like clear water.
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