Opioids such as morphine, fentanyl, tramadol or oxycodone can be very effective to treat pain. However, they can also have constipation as a side effect. We know that this condition called “opioid-induced constipation” or OIC, can be distressing¹.

But options are available to help manage OIC.

Through open and honest conversations with your healthcare professional, you can help to make sure that you get the relief you need if you suffer from OIC.

Use this site to find out more about OIC. Get clear and simple information about causes, symptoms and treatments for OIC and also hear from others and their experiences with OIC. This will help you to have conversations with your healthcare professional. There is also a tool available here [insert link to tool] to help you to find a healthcare professional to speak to, if needed.

Don't suffer in silence with OIC – get the advice and treatment you need, today.