22nd July 2023

A 24-year-old woman is seen for follow-up in a gastroenterology clinic having been diagnosed with IBS-C 6 months ago

A 24-year-old woman is seen for follow-up in a gastroenterology clinic having been diagnosed with IBS-C 6 months ago. Unfortunately, her symptom of constipation has persisted despite dietary changes, increased exercise and trials of both ispaghula husk and macrogols. She finds her symptoms very bothersome and is keen to try something new.

Which medication is indicated for this patient?

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