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Golbi 300 and constipation
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I had an elevated total bilirubin little so my G.P suggested golbi 300 for 3 months with my thyronorm first thing in the morning. I m on thyronorm for a long time n recently my dose was adjusted but never had any issue but ever since i m taking golbi I m severely constipated, i m taking ishabgol daily since golbi but one day i forget no stool or i have to strain. I was never constipated before , even for a small size I have to strain. Please help I dont want to rely on laxatives.
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Golbi 300 (UDCA) is a known cause of constipation and bloating. If your bilirubin was only mildly elevated and you are otherwise well, it's worth asking your doctor to review your LFT reports and determine if the 3-month course is absolutely needed or if the dose could be lowered. Not everyone with mild bilirubin elevation requires long-term UDCA.
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Share your LFT reports with your doctor and request a review of the Golbi prescription. Please consult me directly on Practo for a detailed evaluation.
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Please share details of your symptoms, current thyroid profile, then I can guide you further.
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1.Thyronorm: Take your prescribed dose orally, once daily in the morning on an empty stomach (45–60 minutes before breakfast).
2.Golbi 300 mg: Take 1 tablet orally, once daily with or immediately after lunch or dinner.
3. Isabgol: Take 1 to 2 tablespoons mixed in a large glass of warm water or milk, once daily at bedtime (at least 4 hours after your Thyronorm dose).
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Kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case
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Proper evaluation and personalised advice are needed for your concern. A detailed consultation would be best to provide accurate guidance.
Feel free to consult me for further assistance.
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Add more fibres in your diet and do daily excercise and walking .adequate water intake and avoid tea, coffee and outside food.includes prunes ,papaya, banana,guavava and cucumber daily in your diet.they increase fibres and remain constipation free.
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Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables more
Fiber meal
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Bland diet helps
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
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4 yrs exp
Jaipur
Do consult
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Dr. Gopal Haribhau Jangale
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Nagpur
Your liver function test is essentially normal. Total bilirubin is only mildly elevated (1.22 mg/dL), which is commonly seen in conditions like Gilbert’s syndrome and usually does not require long-term medication if other liver enzymes are normal.
Golbi 300 is not a common cause of severe constipation, but since your constipation started after beginning it, the timing is worth discussing with your treating doctor. Also, if your Thyronorm dose was recently changed, please get a repeat TSH, Free T4 test, as under-treated hypothyroidism itself can cause constipation.
For now:
* Drink 2.5–3 litres of water daily.
* Increase fruits (papaya, kiwi, pear, guava), salads and fibre intake.
* Continue Isabgol with plenty of water.
* Regular walking/exercise helps bowel movements.
* Do not strain excessively.
If constipation persists despite these measures, consult your physician regarding the need for medication review and thyroid function reassessment. A stool softener such as lactulose may be used temporarily if required and is not habit-forming.
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Repeat TSH, Free T4 and discuss with your doctor whether Golbi is necessary and if it could be contributing to your symptoms
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Seek medical review if you develop abdominal pain, vomiting, blood in stool, significant weight loss, or constipation lasting >3–4 weeks despite treatment.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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