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.
It should not be prescribed to patients with a history of mechanical obstruction (for example, narrowing of the intestines) because it may promote obstruction. It also is used for treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) with constipation in women. SIDE EFFECTS: The most common side effects of lubiprostone are: 1  nausea, 2  diarrhea, 3  headache, frequent bowel movements,  fecal 1  incontinence, flatulence,  decreased appetite, 1  and.  rash.