I have trued several medications, and herbal supplements, but no relief. Can anyone suggest something to take????
2006-09-19 16:22:45 · 6 answers · asked by Michael M 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
You can search on everydayhealth.com and get lots of great suggestions from people with IBS. Different things work for different people, and everyone on this site is very helpful. Good luck. I know how miserable this can be.
2006-09-19 16:30:57 · answer #1 · answered by No Shortage 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hope this helps :)
The symptoms of IBS improve by themselves over time for most people. There are also many possible options for treatment or symptom relief. But there is still no treatment that has been found to definitely help most people with IBS. Some people have only (or mostly) constipation, some only (or mostly) diarrhoea, and others have both problems at once. Since the problem is not the same for everyone, there is also no one treatment that works for most people.
This makes the choice of treatment for people with IBS something of an experiment. One of the choices is anti-cramping medications, called anti-spasmodics. These might be able to help the bowel muscles relax and so help relieve cramps.
Further options might be able to prevent constipation and avoid some of the triggers for IBS. But there is not yet enough evidence to show whether or not they are likely to help. These include:
Fibre supplements and so-called bulking agents
Avoiding emotional stress
Probiotic dairy products, such as yoghurt
Complementary therapies like peppermint oil
Exercise
There are some other medications that can be used for IBS, but more evidence is needed to be sure about their effectiveness and adverse effects. This includes antidepressants. While these might help relieve IBS for some people, they can have serious adverse effects. They are not approved for use for IBS in some countries, including Germany.
It might help to observe what seems to trigger IBS symptoms for you personally. For example, is there something in your diet that makes it worse, which you could then avoid eating? Are your symptoms getting worse at times of stress? Can you find ways to reduce stress in your life?
2006-09-19 23:27:09 · answer #2 · answered by alwayzatemptation69 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I suggest all-natural Optiflora and Stomach Soothing Complex. Both have helped others with this condition.
Optiflora - This two-product system uses new technology to protect beneficial microflora during the rigors of shipping, storage, and the acidic journey through your stomach. It includes Probiotic (Bifidus & Acidophilus...microflora) + Prebiotic (FOS...food source for microflora). Patented guaranteed delivery of 500 million microflora to intestines.
Stomach Soothing Complex - This blend of herbs for centuries have calmed upset stomachs - peppermint, ginger, anise, fennel, and more.
Hope this is helpful and feel free to contact me with questions or the website.
2006-09-19 23:36:07 · answer #3 · answered by JustMe 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go see a Doc. see what they have to say about it . My Doc. has me on Zelnom, and Bentyl . They help a lot. The best thing to do is keep a log of what you eat, try to figure out what foods cause you the most problems and then avoid them. Also if you can try to lower you stress
2006-09-19 23:37:33 · answer #4 · answered by Kit 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try eating (or drinking) some Aloe Vera. I've heard good things.
2006-09-20 00:38:39 · answer #5 · answered by chrishughes4383 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes liberex is good helps regulate you but be careful what you eat caffeine greasy foods all aggravate it. also there are different types go to the doctor
2006-09-19 23:28:45 · answer #6 · answered by mommamarjo66 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋