Symproic
(naldemedine)
Relieves constipation caused by opiate pain medications.
Our bottom line
Symproic (naldemedine) quickly relieves constipation caused by opioids without affecting pain relief, but it can be expensive.
- Price before coupon$471.67
- Lowest price with coupon$375.40
- Savings20%
- Drug class: Gastrointestinal
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: No lower cost generic available
Upsides
- Symproic (naldemedine) is a good option if traditional laxatives have not worked for you.
- You only have to take Symproic (naldemedine) once a day.
- Symproic (naldemedine) doesn't affect how opioids treat pain.
- It works much faster than most other laxatives.
- It does not have to be dose adjusted if you have kidney problems.
What to expect from Symproic, on one page
Downsides
- Symproic (naldemedine) is not available as a cheaper generic form.
- It is more expensive than traditional axatives.
- This medication is not a good option if you have severe liver problems.
What to expect from Symproic, on one page
Symproic (naldemedine) blocks opioids from interacting with receptors in your intestines that cause constipation, thereby making it easier for you to pass stool.
- Drug class: Gastrointestinal
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: No lower cost generic available
Used for
- Opioid-induced constipation
Dosage forms
- Pill
Prices and coupons
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What to expect when you take Symproic (naldemedine) for Opioid-induced constipation
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- Effectiveness
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- Possible side effects
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Stomach flu
Side effect rates for Symproic (naldemedine)
- Stomach pain8%8%2%2%
- Diarrhea7%7%2%2%
- Nausea4%4%2%2%
- Stomach flu2%2%1%1%
The placebo bar shows how common a side effect was for people taking a sugar pill instead of Symproic.
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Risks and Warnings for Symproic (naldemedine)
Skip risks section. Skip to common concerns section.Symproic (naldemedine) can cause opioid withdrawal symptoms, such as chills, diarrhea, stomach pain, anxiety, irritability, nausea, and vomiting. Moreover, it can also cause reduced pain relief. Talk to your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms since your dose of opioids might have to be changed.
Common concerns from people taking Symproic (naldemedine)
Final section. Do you want to return to drug navigation?- Take Symproic (naldemedine) with or without food.
- It does not have to be dose adjusted if you have kidney problems.
- This medication is not a good option if you have severe liver problems.