Chronic Idiopathic Constipation Management

First-Line Treatment Recommendations

• The American Gastroenterological Association recommends polyethylene glycol (PEG) as a first-line treatment for chronic idiopathic constipation, with a starting dose and titration based on symptom response 1
• The American Gastroenterological Association suggests magnesium oxide as an alternative first-line treatment, with a daily dose of 400-500 mg 1
• The American Gastroenterological Association recommends bisacodyl for short-term or rescue use in chronic idiopathic constipation, with a daily dose of 5 mg 1