I am currently taking Dicetel 3 times a day (pentavarium bromide or something like that), and it doesn't seem to be helping. I still wake up with pain every morning, and even after just a cup of weak tea (nothing else), I have to go to the bathroom 4-6 times!! Has anyone had any better success with other medications?
2006-09-24 10:56:29 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
As far as I know Dicetel is the best for IBS-D. If you have IBS-C you can try Zelnorm.
Other than that all you can really do is watch your diet, manage your stress (its amazing what yoga or other exercise can do), and up your water intake.
Sorry I don't have a better answer. I understand what you're going through. Its a frustrating thing to deal with.
2006-09-24 11:36:53 · answer #1 · answered by Ravishing 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should start to keep a food diary and try to figure out what foods bother you. Certain foods will irritated you more then others. I have Crohn's disease, which is like IBS, only worse. Before I was diagnosed I was being treated as if I had IBS and I lived on Imodium. Drink Aloe Vera juice and take Acidophilus, both are very good for your digestive system. Best of Luck to you.
2006-09-24 12:46:44 · answer #2 · answered by Kelly O 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Generally, the first line of therapy is anti-spasmodics, such as Bentyl or Levsin. Levsin can be placed under the tongue, and provides immediate relief. Unfortunately, these medications do not work for everyone. Second line medications, such as amitryptiline or nortryptiline do help, but usually take up to 6 weeks to take effect. Other measures for IBS, include increased fiber intake, and regular exercise. Finally, I would seek advice from a Gastroenterologist, who specialize in these disorders.
2016-03-27 07:37:28 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to try Peppermint Plus by Enzymatic Therapy. It has worked some miracles for many of the people I have recommended it to. Glutamine and probiotics are also very helpful. For an excellent discussion with lots of expert helpful advice see Digestive Wellness by Elizabeth Lipski which covers all kinds of problems with the GI tract and solutions for them.
Good luck and God bless!
2006-09-24 11:10:20 · answer #4 · answered by Mad Roy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i had what i thought was IBS. when i eat yogurt with active cultures at least 3 times a week it resets my body and I am fine. This is just anecdotal, but it is free advice.
2006-09-24 18:05:18 · answer #5 · answered by bttrswt1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have RA which causes inflammation of the soft tissue, which in turn causes IBS. I take enbrel and, within a week, had no more IBS
2006-09-24 12:36:17 · answer #6 · answered by Buffy Summers 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might want to try Bentyl, Donnatal, Levsin, or Zelnorm, they may help you. I listed a website that gives a list of these medications. If these don't help you, go to the doctor and ask them what they recommend.
2006-09-24 11:08:55 · answer #7 · answered by thalterman 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i take mebeverine (colofac ) there a anti spasmodic and there quite good if you take then 20 mins before having anything to eat or drink , give them a try there just might do the trick
good luck
2006-09-24 11:07:14 · answer #8 · answered by lizella 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well my exwife was kind of an irritable bowl well she was more of a cranky A hole but I would think you should talk to your doctor.
2006-09-24 10:59:22 · answer #9 · answered by Russ D 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Colofac is good.
2006-09-24 10:58:29 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋