For most working professionals, Friday evening or Saturday morning works well because the peak side effect window falls on the weekend
Mitigation strategies include strict adherence to the titration schedule, eating smaller and more frequent meals, avoiding high-fat and greasy foods, staying well hydrated, and eating slowly
The underlying cause, slowed gut motility from receptor activation, produces similar constipation characteristics regardless of which receptors are targeted
Additionally, some people worry about becoming dependent on these medications or want more control over their treatment plan
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