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Constipation (Adult) Treatment Online — Ontario Virtual Care
See a licensed healthcare professional online for constipation (adult) — no waiting room, no travel.
For constipation that hasn't improved with fibre, fluids, and activity alone, an osmotic laxative is the typical first step, titrated to 1-3 soft bowel movements a day — but the assessment checks for alarm features (bleeding, obstruction signs, weight loss, or new symptoms after age 50) first, since those change the picture from simple constipation to something needing further investigation.
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Quick Self-Check
Answer a few quick questions. This isn't a diagnosis — a real clinical assessment is the next step either way.
How We Work
Your healthcare professional screens for red flags — signs of bowel obstruction, bleeding, unintentional weight loss, or new-onset symptoms after age 50 with a colorectal-cancer risk factor — each of which shifts this from self-care to referral for further investigation. Absent those, an osmotic laxative like PEG 3350 is first-line, with a stimulant laxative like senna added or substituted if you've already tried an over-the-counter option without relief.
Complete a short online assessment
Answer real, condition-specific questions — takes a few minutes, no appointment needed to start.
A licensed clinical reviews your answers
A real healthcare professional licensed in Ontario reviews your case, typically the same day — not an automated approval.
Get your treatment plan
When appropriate, your prescription is sent directly to your preferred pharmacy, with clear next steps.
Why Choose Care365?
Fast, Real Assessments
No generic templates — your answers are reviewed by a real person, typically the same day.
Secure & Private
Your information is encrypted and only seen by the clinical reviewing your case.
Prescriptions Sent Directly
When appropriate, your prescription goes straight to your preferred pharmacy — no extra trip needed.
Common Symptoms
- Fewer than 3 bowel movements per week
- Hard, lumpy stools that are difficult or painful to pass
- A feeling of incomplete emptying after a bowel movement
- Straining or needing to use manual manoeuvres to pass stool
- Bloating or abdominal discomfort
Treatment Options
These options may be prescribed by a Care365 healthcare professional after a real assessment — this is general information, not a recommendation to use any specific medication without one.
| Medication | Class | Route | Typical Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PEG 3350 (polyethylene glycol) | Osmotic laxative | Oral | Per healthcare professional plan |
| Senna | Stimulant laxative | Oral | Per healthcare professional plan |
| Docusate | Stool softener | Oral | Per healthcare professional plan |
Non-medication options
- Fibre and fluids — Increase dietary fibre and fluid intake gradually.
- Activity — Regular physical activity supports bowel motility.
- Toileting routine — Respond promptly to the urge to defecate; a footstool to raise the knees can help.
Everything in One Place
- Easy online scheduling — submit your assessment in minutes
- Real clinical review, not an automated approval
- Prescriptions sent directly to your preferred pharmacy when appropriate
- 100% virtual — no travel, no waiting room
Frequently Asked Questions
When is constipation more than just a minor issue?
Bleeding, signs of a possible bowel obstruction, unintentional weight loss, or new symptoms starting after age 50 (especially with a family history of colorectal cancer) are red flags that shift this from self-care to a referral for further investigation.
What laxative will I be offered?
An osmotic laxative like PEG 3350 is typically first-line and well tolerated for ongoing use, with a stimulant laxative like senna added or substituted if you've already tried an OTC option without success.
How long until I notice improvement?
Your healthcare professional will check in at 2 weeks to review your bowel habit and adjust your laxative dose as needed.
What can I do besides medication?
Gradually increasing dietary fibre and fluid intake, staying physically active, responding promptly to the urge to go, and using a footstool to raise your knees while on the toilet can all help.
What if I notice blood or severe pain?
New bleeding, severe pain, or weight loss should prompt reassessment rather than continuing self-care alone.
Constipation (Adult) Can Be Treated
Complete a real assessment online — a licensed Ontario clinical reviews your case and arranges treatment and prescription support when appropriate.
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