It works by increasing fluid in your intestines and helping speed up movement of food through the gut. Linaclotide may improve stool texture and lessen symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain/discomfort, straining, and feelings of incomplete bowel movements.

LINZESS was studied and shown to be effective when taken once daily. When taken daily as prescribed by your doctor, LINZESS may help you proactively manage your symptoms of IBS-C or CIC. If you stop taking LINZESS, your symptoms may return in about 1 week.

No, Linzess is not a laxative. Linzess softens the stools by secreting more water and chloride in the intestine and thus, stimulating bowel movements.

Is Linzess taken long term? Yes, Linzess is usually taken as a long-term treatment. If you and your doctor determine that it's safe and effective for your condition, you'll likely take it long term. Studies of Linzess looked at taking the drug for up to 18 months.

Linzess is meant to be used as a long-term treatment. If you and your doctor determine that Linzess is safe and effective for you, you'll likely take it long term.

Linzess should begin working as soon as you take your first dose. However, it may take some time before you notice your symptoms ease. It can take about 1 week before you notice relief from constipation symptoms. The drug may continue to work even better over the next 12 weeks.

Overall, prolonged linaclotide treatment in responding patients should be maintained for between 6 and 12 months. Furthermore, stopping treatment can be considered with the patient's consent, taking into consideration the time needed to achieve a therapeutic effect.

EVERY DAY For LINZESS to work best, take it every day. This is different from over-the-counter laxatives, which are often taken as needed.

LINZESS was studied and shown to be effective when taken once daily. When taken daily as prescribed by your doctor, LINZESS may help you proactively manage your symptoms of IBS-C or CIC. If you stop taking LINZESS, your symptoms may return in about 1 week.

EVERY DAY For LINZESS to work best, take it every day. This is different from over-the-counter laxatives, which are often taken as needed.

Laxatives are usually a short-term treatment, while Linzess is typically taken long term. Linzess works by increasing the amount of fluid in your intestines. The drug also helps food move more quickly through your digestive tract. In addition, Linzess may ease pain in your digestive system.

Is Linzess taken long term? Yes, Linzess is usually taken as a long-term treatment. If you and your doctor determine that it's safe and effective for your condition, you'll likely take it long term. Studies of Linzess looked at taking the drug for up to 18 months.