AMITIZA has a Demonstrated Safety Profile
AMITIZA has a demonstrated safety profile with low likelihood of drug-drug interactions. Its safety profile was demonstrated in 6-month and 12-month safety studies (24 to 48 week treatment period). AMITIZA can be effective for appropriate adult patients, it is not recommended for everyone.
What Are the Most Common Side Effects?
AMITIZA (24 mcg) twice daily has side effects. For Chronic Constipation, the most common are:
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Headache
These are not all the side effects associated with AMITIZA.
Talk to Your Doctor If You Experience Side Effects
Tell your doctor if you experience nausea so you can learn ways to manage it. You should also immediately tell your doctor if you develop diarrhea during treatment with AMITIZA, or if your diarrhea or nausea becomes severe.
Within an hour of taking AMITIZA, a sensation of chest tightness and shortness of breath may also occur. These symptoms usually go away within three hours, but may recur with repeated use. Be sure to tell your doctor if you experience these symptoms.
While these aren't all the side effects of AMITIZA, your doctor or pharmacist can give you a more complete list. Remember, your doctor is your best resource, so always let them know about any side effects you may have.
Indication
AMITIZA (24 mcg) twice daily is approved to treat Chronic Idiopathic Constipation in adults. "Idiopathic" means the cause of the constipation is unknown and not due to an underlying illness or medication.
Important Safety Information
AMITIZA is not for everyone. If you know or suspect you have a bowel blockage, do not take AMITIZA. If you are unsure, your healthcare provider should evaluate your condition before starting AMITIZA. You should not take AMITIZA if you have severe diarrhea.
AMITIZA has not been studied in pregnant women and should only be used during a pregnancy if the potential benefits justify the potential risk to the fetus. Women should have a negative pregnancy test before beginning treatment with AMITIZA and need to practice effective birth control measures. If you are pregnant or become pregnant while being treated with AMITIZA, talk to your healthcare provider to evaluate the risks to the fetus.
Some patients taking AMITIZA may experience nausea or diarrhea. If nausea occurs, take AMITIZA with food. If your nausea or diarrhea becomes severe, tell your healthcare provider.
Within an hour of taking AMITIZA, a sensation of chest tightness and shortness of breath may occur. These symptoms usually go away within three hours, but may recur with repeated use. Tell your healthcare provider if you experience these symptoms.
The most common side effects of taking AMITIZA (24 mcg) twice daily, orange capsules for Chronic Idiopathic Constipation are nausea, diarrhea, and headache. These are not all the side effects associated with AMITIZA.
