Most opiates are agonists of the mu opiod receptors. These are found both in the brain and in the gut. When they activate the receptors in the gut, it causes paralysis of the intestines and slows down peristalsis.
Opiates such as heroin are known to have this side effect.
No. Heroin is an opiate, just like vicodin (hydrocodone) or percocet (oxycodone). Opiates are ingestible. If one were to eat heroin, they would get high. Also opiates bind with receptors in your digestive system, which is why they (opiates) can cause constipation.
NO breastfeeding will not cause constipation!
Constipation does not cause colitis
There are no medicines that cause hemorrhoids, but there are medicines that cause constipation. Constipation will cause hemorrhoids. Some medicines that can cause constipation that leads to hemorrhoids are Vicodin, antibiotics, and other prescription drugs.
There is a chemical in immodium called loperamide. Loperamide is an opiate, but its effects are isolated to the intestinal tract. All opiates will cause constipation, loperamide does too without too many other effects.
Constipation can cause a fever if severe. If you have a fever and constipation, contact your health care provider for advice specific to your situation.
Constipation can cause a fever if severe. If you have a fever and constipation, contact your health care provider for advice specific to your situation.
All opiates have the potential--the possibility--to cause death.
tannins, found in tea, can cause constipation. caffeine is a diuretic and dehydrates you, and may also cause constipation.
No, ripe bananas are not known to cause constipation in individuals.
Yes - constipation is listed on the official literature.