Â® (furosemide) is a potent diuretic which, if given in excessive amounts, can lead to a profound diuresis with water and electrolyte depletion. Therefore, careful medical supervision is required and dose and dose schedule must be adjusted to the individual patientâs needs. (See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION.) DESCRIPTION LASIX Â®
Lubiprostone (Amitiza) is a drug prescribed for the treatment of chronic constipation in adults, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in women. Side effects drug interactions, warnings and precautions, and pregnancy safety information should be reviewed prior to taking this medication.
4 Stars. 23 Reviews. 23 Reviews. Amitiza is the brand name for lubiprostone, a prescription drug used to relieve bloating and abdominal discomfort, improve stool texture, reduce the need to strain when you go to the bathroom, and decrease the feeling that you haven't completely relieved yourself.n some cases, low doses of Amitiza are prescribed to treat irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) in women 18 and older. Amitiza (lubiprostone) was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2006.