Understanding Constipation and Finding Relief
Constipation is a common yet uncomfortable condition that affects many people, often leading to distress. It can result from factors like dietary habits, lifestyle choices, and underlying health issues. Thankfully, effective constipation relief is available through various over-the-counter treatments.
At Weldricks Pharmacy, we provide a diverse range of constipation treatment options, including laxatives, fiber supplements, and other formulations that can help you regain comfort and regularity. Our products, like Movicol, Laxido, and Lactulose, are designed to be effective and safe for everyday use. Order online and enjoy discreet packaging with delivery straight to your door.
How to Use Constipation Treatments
Selecting the right product for your constipation can be challenging. It's essential to consider factors such as your dietary habits, overall health, and any existing medical conditions before choosing a treatment. If you're not sure where to start, consult one of our pharmacists for personalised advice.
Additionally, long-term relief from constipation may involve adopting healthier lifestyle habits, such as:
- Increasing your fibre intake through fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
- Ensuring adequate hydration by drinking plenty of fluids daily.
- Maintaining an active lifestyle with regular exercise to stimulate digestion.
- Listening to your body's signals and not ignoring the urge to go.
By combining effective treatments available at Weldricks with lifestyle adjustments, you can significantly improve your digestive health and comfort.
What is constipation?
Constipation is when a person has a change in pooing, including not pooing as frequently as before or finding it hard to poo. It's a common issue that affects people of all ages. It can usually be simply treated through lifestyle and diet changes.
How do you know if you have constipation?
There are several signs that may indicate constipation, the most obvious of which is pooing less than normal.
Common symptoms to look for include:
- Pooing less than three times within a seven-day period, or noticeably less than usual
- Harder or dryer poo than normal
- Larger or smaller poo than normal
- It hurts when you strain or try to poo
- Stomach ache or feeling bloated or full
What causes constipation?
Although sometimes the cause of constipation in adults is hard to identify, there are many known possible reasons for constipation including:
- A lack of fibre, found in fruit and vegetables, in your diet
- Dehydration caused by not drinking enough fluids
- Not being active and spending long periods sitting or lying down
- Often ignoring the urge to go to the toilet
- A change in your diet or daily routine
- A side effect of medicine
- Stress, anxiety or depression
- Pregnancy and after giving birth
How is constipation treated?
Treating constipation
Thankfully, there are a wide range of products available to help ease your constipation, such as laxatives or suppositories. Weldrick’s offers a variety of constipation treatments including tablets and capsules, powder sachets and liquids. Speak to one of our pharmacists if you’re unsure about the best option for you.
Longer-term techniques for relieving constipation
Additionally, there are various lifestyle changes that can help to reduce your constipation altogether, such as:
- Eating more high-fibre foods like fruit, vegetables and cereals
- Eating more high-sorbitol food like apples, apricots, grapes, raisins, raspberries and strawberries
- Staying hydrated by drinking plenty of water and fluids, and reducing alcohol intake
- Increasing exercise, such as a daily walk
- Going to the toilet as soon as possible when you need it