Constipation caused by ephedrine?
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I was wondering if anyone has been on ephedrine(or perhaps more specifically, an EC stack) and found it caused digestive problems. If so, what did you do about them? I'm adding fiber to my diet like mad here. Not sure how long it would take for that to help. Anyone have any good remedies?
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I was wondering if anyone has been on ephedrine(or perhaps more specifically, an EC stack) and found it caused digestive problems. If so, what did you do about them? I'm adding fiber to my diet like mad here. Not sure how long it would take for that to help. Anyone have any good remedies?
No, I would take a look at any dietary changes you made vs saying it's being caused by EC0 -
I thought it was more likely to cause diarrhoea as it kind of speeds everything up?0
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I have made no other dietary changes except adding the pill once a day for the last several days. I have no reason to expect it to be anything else. This is no exception, except the constipation came as a surprise to me because I did research side effects for weeks before deciding to try it and it doesn't seem to be a noted side effect. At the same time though, I can't think of anything else that could possibly be causing the problem.
I'm taking it because of the tendency it has to open bronchial tubes, thus resulting in me getting less winded during a workout. Workouts have always been terribly frustrating for me because my lungs would give out long before the rest of my muscles do. It's no longer the case when taking the ephedrine.0 -
Why not try something like an inhaler or OTHER *****buterol product?I have made no other dietary changes except adding the pill once a day for the last several days. I have no reason to expect it to be anything else. This is no exception, except the constipation came as a surprise to me because I did research side effects for weeks before deciding to try it and it doesn't seem to be a noted side effect. At the same time though, I can't think of anything else that could possibly be causing the problem.
I'm taking it because of the tendency it has to open bronchial tubes, thus resulting in me getting less winded during a workout. Workouts have always been terribly frustrating for me because my lungs would give out long before the rest of my muscles do. It's no longer the case when taking the ephedrine.0 -
The problem is that I have never been diagnosed as having any sort of lung problem. I can't really describe the way I felt before when I was doing intense cardio. I'd get almost a coppery/blood-type taste in my mouth and my throat would get very sore. And obviously I'd be feeling short of breath(a little bit of tightness in the chest maybe, but mostly the sore throat would be the noticeable symptom). I always assumed it was because I was always in poor shape. That seemed to be the assumption of my family as well. It's been like this basically my whole life. So, that the background information on the problem I was having before.
Would a doctor prescribe me an inhaler? I don't know if the problem is enough to warrant that(It's never come up before, I guess), but I don't know that for sure.0 -
I was wondering if anyone has been on ephedrine(or perhaps more specifically, an EC stack) and found it caused digestive problems. If so, what did you do about them? I'm adding fiber to my diet like mad here. Not sure how long it would take for that to help. Anyone have any good remedies?
Been staring at your post for a few minutes, petty much speechless.
1. You think it's causing constipation, you don't know what you're doing.
2. You're a young girl, you don't know what you're doing.
3. Why are you taking it?(quicker weight loss), you don't know what you're doing.
People who do things without knowing what they're doing sometimes end up in trouble.
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Would a doctor prescribe me an inhaler? I don't know if the problem is enough to warrant that(It's never come up before, I guess), but I don't know that for sure.
Quite possibly, if you can be determined to have cardio-induced asthma symptoms. I had very similar issues in high-school PE with running, and my doc gave me a rescue enhailer to use before running or high cardio activities. My dad has asthma, so it could have been a combo of genetics and symptoms that prompted my doc to do it. You never know unless you ask!
As for the constipation, make sure you've increased your water intake in addition to the extra fiber. Otherwise, you end up with the fiber absorbing the liquid in your intestines but then not any extra water to flush it out.0 -
I don't know, I assumed the ephedrine you were taking was prescribed by a doctor. Do yourself a favor, and see one. It could have nothing to do with athsma at all.Would a doctor prescribe me an inhaler? I don't know if the problem is enough to warrant that(It's never come up before, I guess), but I don't know that for sure.0 -
Constipated? Try anything at Taco Bell. Problem solved
You're Welcome MFP!0 -
Speaking from a cardiac nurses point of view, Ephedrine is not known to cause constipation. However, it does cause gastrointerstinal side effects such as nausea and vomiting. Please be aware that ephedrine speeds up your heart and can cause heart palpitations, high blood pressure, and a severely increased pulse. Taking ephedrine and ephedra products over the counter can be a hazard to your health, hence, why they are taking it out of most products besides diet pills. Not said to hurt your feelings, just be careful.0
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I haven't had ephedrine in a very long time, but when I was on it it gave me the poos.
Eating way too few carbs combined with metformin, however, kept me up all night one night trying to give birth. I'd say check your diet.0 -
I do truly appreciate a medical opinion on this. You're not going to hurt my feelings by stating medical facts known to you. Thank you.0
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if your dr didn't tell you, he should have: You have to drink about triple the amount of water when taking that stuff. That is probably why you are constipated.0
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stop taking it0
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I was wondering if anyone has been on ephedrine(or perhaps more specifically, an EC stack) and found it caused digestive problems. If so, what did you do about them? I'm adding fiber to my diet like mad here. Not sure how long it would take for that to help. Anyone have any good remedies?
Been staring at your post for a few minutes, petty much speechless.
1. You think it's causing constipation, you don't know what you're doing.
2. You're a young girl, you don't know what you're doing.
3. Why are you taking it?(quicker weight loss), you don't know what you're doing.
People who do things without knowing what they're doing sometimes end up in trouble.
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there's nothing wrong with taking it, just remember to cycle it. take at least a week off or so off every two weeks. take some psyllium husks and you should be a little more regular. most likely is related to your diet though!0
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The problem is that I have never been diagnosed as having any sort of lung problem. I can't really describe the way I felt before when I was doing intense cardio. I'd get almost a coppery/blood-type taste in my mouth and my throat would get very sore. And obviously I'd be feeling short of breath(a little bit of tightness in the chest maybe, but mostly the sore throat would be the noticeable symptom). I always assumed it was because I was always in poor shape. That seemed to be the assumption of my family as well. It's been like this basically my whole life. So, that the background information on the problem I was having before.
Would a doctor prescribe me an inhaler? I don't know if the problem is enough to warrant that(It's never come up before, I guess), but I don't know that for sure.
Wait, you have all these symptoms when you do hard cardio, never gone to a doctor and just decided to take some random med because of what you "heard" it will do?0 -
I really dont know what that is. However, this week I have and lentils to my diet and eaten it all week for lunch. Try lentils soup to see it u like it and then make your own it is good and inexpensive really it is like boiled down soup I have put mine in a tortila hey spelling stinks but I like it it seems filling which I dont usually feel full anymore, so odd to me still and it have been going on for at least five years or more I think it has to do with my age and changes. Really try boiled down tentil beans0
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If you dont need it, dont take it.0
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there's nothing wrong with taking it, just remember to cycle it. take at least a week off or so off every two weeks. take some psyllium husks and you should be a little more regular. most likely is related to your diet though!
"The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has documented more than 800 reports of illnesses and injuries to people who used products with ephedrine. The research showed cases of insomnia, vertigo, cardiac arrest, seizures, pounding heart, palpitations, stroke, intracerebral hemorrhage"
http://www.cbc.ca/marketplace/pre-2007/files/health/ephedrine/index.html
Yup, nothing wrong with taking it........:huh:0 -
Please see a doctor. This is not the place to find the answer you seek.0
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see a doctor
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Speaking from a cardiac nurses point of view, Ephedrine is not known to cause constipation. However, it does cause gastrointerstinal side effects such as nausea and vomiting. Please be aware that ephedrine speeds up your heart and can cause heart palpitations, high blood pressure, and a severely increased pulse. Taking ephedrine and ephedra products over the counter can be a hazard to your health, hence, why they are taking it out of most products besides diet pills. Not said to hurt your feelings, just be careful.
When I read this I was kinda surprised. I am glad you responded as a medical professional. Wasn't this banned like a decade ago for the reasons you mentioned above.. I remember taking Metabolife right before it was banned. A young girl died from taking too man and a baseball player. I stopped taking it immediately and then they pulled it off the shelf. Or so I thought. But that was a long time ago...memory is the first thing to go.0 -
I was wondering if anyone has been on ephedrine(or perhaps more specifically, an EC stack) and found it caused digestive problems. If so, what did you do about them? I'm adding fiber to my diet like mad here. Not sure how long it would take for that to help. Anyone have any good remedies?
Been staring at your post for a few minutes, petty much speechless.
1. You think it's causing constipation, you don't know what you're doing.
2. You're a young girl, you don't know what you're doing.
3. Why are you taking it?(quicker weight loss), you don't know what you're doing.
People who do things without knowing what they're doing sometimes end up in trouble.
simple *kitten*.
Simple words for simple minds. Why don't you just recommend crystal meth?
Yes, you are a "simple *kitten*" for trying to save this young girl from hurting herself.
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Another RN's opinion.... fully agree with the first nurse's opinion. Secondly, EC is ephedrine and caffeine. Caffeine is a diuretic, so if you're not drinking enough water you will become constipated. Please see a doctor about your concerns before you take any self-prescribed medications.0
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I accidentally took this in an over the counter diet pill. I didn't realize I was taking Ephedra, though. Stupid to not read a label, Yes! However I ate 2 bites and was full. If that how ephedra is affecting you, you need to eat more produce. The recommended amount of dietary fiber is 35 gms per day. Beans, nuts, any fresh fruits and veggies will help. Better from real food than pills.there's nothing wrong with taking it, just remember to cycle it. take at least a week off or so off every two weeks. take some psyllium husks and you should be a little more regular. most likely is related to your diet though!
"The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has documented more than 800 reports of illnesses and injuries to people who used products with ephedrine. The research showed cases of insomnia, vertigo, cardiac arrest, seizures, pounding heart, palpitations, stroke, intracerebral hemorrhage"
http://www.cbc.ca/marketplace/pre-2007/files/health/ephedrine/index.html
Yup, nothing wrong with taking it........:huh:
I did stop taking my diet pills when I realized that ephedra was the active ingredient. It was all over the news (in the 1990's) that a 22 year old basketball star collapsed and died from taking it. I believe it caused him a heart attack. That was the day I stopped. If you are not under a doctor's care, you may not realize you may be potentially harming yourself. Even if you are under a doctor's care ALL drugs have risks. Watching the TV commercials for drugs is evidence of that. Better safe than sorry.0 -
there's nothing wrong with taking it, just remember to cycle it. take at least a week off or so off every two weeks. take some psyllium husks and you should be a little more regular. most likely is related to your diet though!
"The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has documented more than 800 reports of illnesses and injuries to people who used products with ephedrine. The research showed cases of insomnia, vertigo, cardiac arrest, seizures, pounding heart, palpitations, stroke, intracerebral hemorrhage"
http://www.cbc.ca/marketplace/pre-2007/files/health/ephedrine/index.html
Yup, nothing wrong with taking it........:huh:
I wonder how many of those who reported troubles were old, unhealthy or obese, misinformed, or otherwise less able to handle a stimulant. paracetamol causes a ridiculously large number of issues each year - would you pass on advice to not use it if asked, or perhaps advocate safe usage? hint, one is helpful, the other is pure ignorance.0 -
Why are you taking ephedrine? It's not legal here in the UK because of the dangerous side affects (death being one). Congestive relief medicines here have pseudo-ephedrine in them but it's very regulated and not recommended for anybody with asthma.
I think you're crazy to self-medicate with such a dangerous drug. Just because you can buy it without it being prescribed doesn't mean that you should. I took ephedrine for about a year when I was younger, I didn't have the health problems you do. It was still a stupid thing to do.
See a doctor. A real one, one with degrees, board certification and the requisite experience. That would be my advice.0 -
I was wondering if anyone has been on ephedrine(or perhaps more specifically, an EC stack) and found it caused digestive problems. If so, what did you do about them? I'm adding fiber to my diet like mad here. Not sure how long it would take for that to help. Anyone have any good remedies?
Yes, it can cause dehydration, which in turn, can lead to constipation. Add extra water and check your fiber intake. I find that when I take any bronchial dilator, I have to increase my water intake.0 -
Why are you taking ephedrine? It's not legal here in the UK because of the dangerous side affects (death being one). Congestive relief medicines here have pseudo-ephedrine in them but it's very regulated and not recommended for anybody with asthma.
I think you're crazy to self-medicate with such a dangerous drug. Just because you can buy it without it being prescribed doesn't mean that you should. I took ephedrine for about a year when I was younger, I didn't have the health problems you do. It was still a stupid thing to do.
See a doctor. A real one, one with degrees, board certification and the requisite experience. That would be my advice.
Ephedrine is *NOT* a "dangerous drug." :laugh:
I think it's crazy to go to a doctor for cold/sinus medicine! :smokin:0
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