Irritable Bowel Syndrome Questions (Page 7)

Amitiza - How long does it take to work?

I have been taking Amitiza for 3 days and still no BM. I ended up having to get some magnesium citrate in order to get things moving, but even a day later, I am constipated again. How long does it take to work?

Zoloft, Acid Reflux and tight throat (choking on food) ?

Hello, I've been on Amitriptyline for quite a few years now, 150mg. I switched for another AD in February because it seemed to not work anymore (I was very anxious) and I suffered like hell from indigestion, nausea, night sweats... And they all went away when my GP put me back on Amitriptyline,... read more

Does Bentyl cause weight gain?

My doctor recently put me on Bentyl for my IBS. Will this cause weight gain? Thanks!

Restarting citalopram - terrible anxiety?

I’m on day 5 of restarting 10mg of citalopram after 6 months off. Was on it for 4 years and it worked well for my GAD and health anxiety but after I stopped my IBS came back and I slowly relapsed into depression and anxiety. The anxiety has gotten 100x worse since starting and I’m having lots of phy... read more

Trulance - How long does it take to work?

Donepezil - Can 10mg be cut in 1/2 if causes more side effects, I have IBS?

Metformin - I take four 500 mg metformin at bedtime and have disabling IBS-D every single day...

... with the worst being in the morning. Please advise. I take one 4 mg glimepiride in the morning as well. Need the pain and diarrhea to get under control.

After reading the reviews I’m petrified to start Trulance. I’ve had IBS since I was little.

They used to call it spastic colon. The reason I’m reluctant to try this medication, is because I already battle with migraines & weight gain. Unfortunately it sounds like something that might do more harm than good.

Does Valerian Root help with panic attacks?

I have IBS and Panic attacks that are often triggered by my pain. These attacks often leave me on the way to the ER or convinced I’m dying. My doctor did not prescribe me Xanax and wanted me to try a daily medicine but I want to try something else.

What dose of amitriptyline will lift my mood?

Metamucil - Top Care Sugar Free Fiber powder reaction?

My cholesterol is a little high and I was sometimes getting diarrhea after lunch if I ate a piece of fudge for dessert so I decided to start taking Top Care Sugar Free Fiber Powder. Three days in taking 1 tsp twice daily, my bowel movements started growing and the third day I had a large one twice.... read more

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder - Which is best for OCD, Lamictal, clomipramine, or Wellbutrin?

I am extremely sensitive to most psychotropic medication. I have tried numerous supplements. A nutritionist wanted to explore under vs over methylation and it gives me irritation because it may not add up to anything. I called a pharmacist and he said Lexapro didn't work for his daughter but... read more

Dicyclomine - How to schedule dosage of meds?

I have suffered with IBS most of my life. Always worrying about access to bathrooms. I can go long periods of time with no problems but anxiety will trigger an immediate need to get to a bathroom. Dr. has prescribed dicyclomine. Anyone use this just when you are going to be in an anxious situation... read more

How long does Xifaxan 550 mg stay in your system?

Nortriptyline/ duloxetine?

I am taking 35 mg nortriptyline for IBS. Can I take duloxetine 20 mg for my severe depression? I take them five hours apart.