Irritable Bowel Syndrome Questions (Page 3)

Wellbutrin - Will constipation side effect go away?

I started a small dose of Wellbutrin (not SR or XL) a week ago and the only unpleasant side effect I have is constipation (with upper GI discomfort). The problem is, I already have moderate-to-severe constipation-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-C) and must take a prescription medication... read more

Anyone finding weight gain with low dose (10 mg) amitriptyline?

I am a Weight Watcher and very successful. I do not wish to ruin all my hard work if this med adds lbs. Have not tried it yet due to that main concern. Suffering from IBS (both D and C), bloating, gas, stomach pain, etc. This was just presc. by my new gastro.

Is it possible for amitiza to cause weight gain?

Hello- for the past 3 months I have been taking amitiza for my ibs in combination with dulcolax. After months of not seeing results from other medications, this actually worked! I am no longer chronically constipated, and my doctors are considering dropping the dosage given my progress. HOWEVER in... read more

Head & back pain due to gas & bloating, IBS symptoms, what pain relief should I choose?

i am suffering from IBS actually and worst condition i am suffering is pain in back left & in head due to bloating stopped in stomach or in intestine. What medication should i choose to overcome this problem?

Where can I purchase Donnatal generic (preferably pill form)?

I've been taking Donnatal for 50 years and suddenly find that the only form I can find is the brand name (available for only $440 or so for 100 pills). The last time I purchased it (about 2 years ago) it was 25 cents per pill.

Is it possible for xanax to help with sympthoms of IBS?

Dicyclomine - What is the best drug for diarrhea?

I've been taking 20 mg dicyclomine as needed but it does absolutely nothing for my diarrhea. Any recommendations?

I have IBS, acid reflux, hiatus hernia and diverticulitis. I think now I've got Crohn's?

... disease what is good for these symptoms? I don't take anything except for tums and I eat them like candy when I have a flare up.

Effexor XR - Is it worth stopping Adderall for?

I have adult ADD and take Adderall. It's helped with my attention span, motivation and focus and as an added bonus my social anxiety too. On the other hand it wears off and I still feel like I deal with depression and anxiety and have now for years when I'm honest with myself. I am wondering if... read more

Can Nortriptyline help with acid reflux disease?

I was experiencing bad acid reflux (silent type with bad sore thoarts) for years. My Dr. prescribe nortriptyline for some chronic pain I was having and after one 10mg dose my sore throat was nearly gone and after my second dose, I was feeling great with my sore throat. However, the nortriptyline... read more

Linzess - Has lizness caused you chils or night sweats?

The lizness is helping the ibs but I have been having chill episodes and then night sweats... curious if anyone else has?

Dicyclomine does not seem to be working for my son's stomach pains, any suggestions?

Does clomipramine cause severe fatigue and weakness. I only take about 10mgs for a few days?

I've only taken about 10mgs at night for a few days and already feel extremely weak with absolutely no energy. I've had a total thyroidectomy and take levothyroxine every morning. I can't take any ssris as one of them made me suicidal and had very bad reactions to every one I took. I don't normally... read more

When should I take Trulance?

Do you find that there is a better time of day to take Trulance? Like morning, afternoon, or evening? I just got mine and haven't tried it yet. Thanks.

Can Miralax be used for IBS (diarrhea)? I do not have constipation, just diarrhea?