Types of constipation

Constipation is common

Constipation is something that everyone has likely experienced at one time or another. But for some people, constipation can be more than just an occasional event. Irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) and chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC) are conditions in which one experiences long periods of constipation.

What is IBS-C?

A condition in which patients experience long periods of constipation accompanied by abdominal pain and bloating.

~5MILLION

US adults have IBS-C — that’s about 1 in 60 adults in the US

In addition to symptoms of CIC, patients with IBS-C also have abdominal pain.

If this describes you, now may be the time to talk to your doctor about your symptoms and treatment goals.

Irritable

This means abnormally sensitive

Bowel

The intestines, responsible for digesting food and getting rid of waste

Syndrome

A condition characterized by a set of associated symptoms

with Constipation

Commonly defined as having hard bowel movements fewer than 3 times per week

TREATING IBS-C 

What is CIC?

A condition in which patients experience prolonged periods of constipation without a known cause.

“Chronic” means the constipation is long-lasting or keeps coming back. “Idiopathic” means the cause of constipation is unknown.

~25MILLION

US adults are affected by chronic constipation

People with CIC can experience:
  • Less than 3 bowel movements (BMs) a week
  • Hard-to-pass BMs
  • Bloating
  • Straining
  • Discomfort
  • Not feeling empty after a BM

If this describes you, now may be the time to talk to your doctor about your symptoms and treatment goals.

Chronic

Otherwise known as “long-lasting”

Idiopathic

This means that the cause is unknown

Constipation

Commonly defined as having hard bowel movements fewer than 3 times per week

TREATING CIC  
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What Is Trulance?

Trulance® (plecanatide) 3 mg tablets is a prescription medicine used in adults to treat Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation (IBS-C) and Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC). Chronic means the constipation is long lasting. “Idiopathic” means the cause of the constipation is unknown. It is not known if Trulance is safe and effective in children less than 18 years of age.

What is the most important information I should know about Trulance?

  • Do not give Trulance to children who are less than 6 years of age. It may harm them.
  • You should not give Trulance to children 6 years to less than 18 years of age. It may harm them.
  • Do not take Trulance if a doctor has told you that you have a bowel blockage (intestinal obstruction).

What Is Trulance?

What is the most important information I should know about Trulance?

  • Do not give Trulance to children who are less than 6 years of age. It may harm them.
  • You should not give Trulance to children 6 years to less than 18 years of age. It may harm them.
  • Do not take Trulance if a doctor has told you that you have a bowel blockage (intestinal obstruction).
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What Is Trulance?

Trulance® (plecanatide) 3 mg tablets is a prescription medicine used in adults to treat Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation (IBS-C) and Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC). Chronic means the constipation is long lasting. “Idiopathic” means the cause of the constipation is unknown. It is not known if Trulance is safe and effective in children less than 18 years of age.

What is the most important information I should know about Trulance?

  • Do not give Trulance to children who are less than 6 years of age. It may harm them.
  • You should not give Trulance to children 6 years to less than 18 years of age. It may harm them.
  • Do not take Trulance if a doctor has told you that you have a bowel blockage (intestinal obstruction).

Before you take Trulance, tell your doctor:

  • If you have any other medical conditions.
  • If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if Trulance will harm your unborn baby.
  • If you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if Trulance passes into your breast milk. Talk with your doctor about the best way to feed your baby if you take Trulance.
  • About all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

What are the common side effects of Trulance?

Diarrhea is the most common side effect and can sometimes be severe. Diarrhea often begins within the first 4 weeks of Trulance treatment. Stop taking Trulance and call your doctor right away if you get severe diarrhea.

These are not all the possible side effects of Trulance. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You are encouraged to report side effects to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

For product information, adverse event reports, and product complaint reports, please contact:

Salix Product Information Call Center

Phone: 1-800-321-4576

Fax: 1-510-595-8183

Please click here for full Prescribing Information for Trulance, including Medication Guide and BOXED WARNING.

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