ACG, AGA guideline first to recommend magnesium oxide, senna for chronic constipation - Healio

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ACG, AGA guideline first to recommend magnesium oxide, senna for chronic constipation  Healio

The ACG and AGA have released a joint clinical practice guideline with 10 evidence-based recommendations for the pharmacological management of adults with chronic idiopathic constipation, the first to include magnesium oxide and senna.

 

Key takeaways:

• ACG and AGA recommend polyethylene glycol, sodium picosulfate, linaclotide, plecanatide and prucalopride for chronic constipation management.
• Prior authorization may still be needed for additional pharmacologic therapies.

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