Xifaxan for Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea User Reviews (Page 3)
Reviews for Xifaxan
- Its...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- October 30, 2022
"Had been suffering from crazy bloating and belching/gas within 30-90 minutes after eating for months. Chest would get tight, bad enough that it gave me an anxiety attack or two. Heartburn from the gas riding up the esophagus. I've always loved eating but was starting to not want to eat meals because of the constant discomfort. Saw a new GI doctor who suspected SIBO and prescribed Xifaxan. The first couple of days were a bit rough in the bowels; there was definitely something going on. After that, side effects went down to minimal, and eating started getting easier again! Still finishing the prescription, but this is the most hopeful I've felt in a while. It really seems to work!"
- Chr...
- July 31, 2016
"The Target brand Acidophilus probiotic helped relieve my initial symptoms of IBS (gas every morning and reduced the frequency throughout the day, brain fog, and heavy stomach cramping). My gastroenterologist gave me a free 30-day sample to check its effectiveness on me in 2014. Xifaxan was not as effective as my acidophilus, gave me the urge to urinate too frequently, didn't stop my frequent gas (one of my main concerns), and is way too expensive to use on a daily basis. I'm still looking for a permanent solution as the Target Acidophilus has stopped working for me. Now I use the Country Life Acidophilus as it gives the most relief (except gas), is affordable, and comes with 250 tablets in a bottle so I don't run out as quickly."
- Anonymous
- Taken for less than 1 month
- May 14, 2019
"Xifaxan was super helpful and worked for my IBS for the first week, then stopped working. I think it might be because I accidentally got the pills wet, because that seems to be the point where my symptoms came back. Going to try to get my doctor's office to give me some free samples, as my insurance won’t cover it again for another 3 months."
- Anonymous
- Taken for less than 1 month
- September 27, 2022
"Was 3 x a day at 550 mg. Had dry mouth, irritated throat, hard to swallow foods. Abdomen swelled. Became constipated. Lowered dosage to 2 x a day after 5 days. Drank throat coat tea to help dry throat. Stopped taking after 7 days."
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- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- August 10, 2021
"I've been through this med 3 times. The first two times barely worked (they worked while I took it), but symptoms immediately came back. The 3rd time I took it, I also ate a BelliWelli bar every day because my friend recommended them. They are brownies made for IBS and have probiotics. I think it was the combination of those with the Xifaxan that eventually worked. The 3rd time I took Xifaxan with the BelliWellis, I had no symptoms after taking."
- SHa...
- August 5, 2020
"Worked great! Took a couple of treatments. I have not had a problem with IBS since. No side effects. The reviews about SIBO should be removed from the IBS reviews. This drug is indicated for IBS-D, not for SIBO."
- Joe...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- November 10, 2018
"Started to take this 2 days ago. I have IBS-C for years but has been getting worse. Bloating, gas, foggy brain, no energy, especially in mornings, mild depression, insomnia from gas pains at night. So far, nothing. FODMAP diet helps along with exercise, probiotics, and occasional Metamucil. Won't rate till done with script."
- JJS...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- October 4, 2024
"44 yo male. Suffered from IBS-D for about a year. Bloating after meals, painful cramps in abdomen most of the day. Diarrhea 3 times a day and farts nonstop that I couldn’t trust: Xifaxan is a great medication. It’s been 4 days; by day two, it stopped everything other than some of the bloating. I have one large, perfect bowel movement every day! No more cramps! No more scary farts! Feels so amazing to have relief from these symptoms. Still some bloating on day 4, but with one digestive enzyme capsule after a meal, it’s gone within 20 min. Only negative so far is foot pain. Neuropathy, it feels like. Tingling and pins and needles; sharp pain. Hurts to walk on feet, even hurts with feet up sitting or laying down. This is frustrating. Have to speak with my gastroenterologist today to see what I can do about this. Other than that, it’s a miracle drug. Insurance covered it; I’m blessed/lucky to have a good policy."
- car...
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- December 11, 2024
"I have IBS-D, this works, but only while using it. As soon as I complete 2 weeks of 3x daily pills, I revert back to IBS-D within 3 days. It also works for me at 1 each 550 mg pill a day. The final allowed dose my doctor agreed to try is 1 pill a day for longer relief, it worked. As soon as I stop, my bowels revert back to diarrhea and gas. Why can't it be prescribed as a daily pill? My doctor agrees I should take 1 pill daily. My insurance will only cover 3 two-week treatments a year. My doctor prescribed a 4th treatment, insurance denied."
- Roc...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- June 25, 2023
"I have basically unconfirmed IBS. Tremendous bloating and constipation. It can be really awful. Been on Linzess for a few years, which helps, but you have to be careful when you take it so you don’t poop in your pants."
- Bip...
- July 3, 2021
"You need to take tofranil to block the signals from your stomach to your brain. I have reoccurring SIBO. If I take tofranil, I’m good. If I stop, I notice the symptoms immediately as bad and have to treat again with Xifaxan. I went to the Mayo Clinic in Arizona, did treatment, and they recommended tofranil. Ask your gastro about it. Life changer."
- Anonymous
- November 17, 2010
"I have to take the 14-day course every 2-3 months as symptoms do return, but it is worth it! I get 100% relief within 48 hours after I start a course."
- Anonymous
- June 25, 2008
"Really helped my Irritable Bowel Syndrome symptoms!"
- Bil...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- June 18, 2016
"Bad IBD for years. Didn't take long for this to kick in and let me live life again. Worth every penny!"
- Abi...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- November 6, 2019
"Stopped using Xifaxan after 5 days. Caused immediate bloating but wanted to give it a chance."
- Abi...
- November 13, 2019
"Xifaxan did not work at all for my IBS. Made things worse."
- Pen...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- February 10, 2019
"This drug was amazing and helped my digestion issues in all aspects. Have been a little out of control again, and hoping doctor will prescribe another round. It was life-changing before."
- Fli...
- Taken for 10 years or more
- December 18, 2018
"Substantial relief of symptoms within 10 days. Note I still take this medication with no ill effects."
- Jim...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- November 8, 2015
"This drug is totally ineffective."
- Anonymous
- Taken for less than 1 month
- May 13, 2023
"Day 3 of Xifaxan for SIBO and IBS following hospitalization for fever, WBC of 17.5, and diarrhea. Feeling so much better and praying it continues. No real side effects."
- Dan...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- March 1, 2022
"Prescribed for my IBS-D. On the second day (5-6 doses), my nausea was unbearable. Stopped taking this very expensive med."
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"My doctor thought my IBS symptoms might be from SIBO, so he prescribed Xifaxan 550 mg x3 per day. After taking it for two days, I had to stop. My diarrhea became so bad, I was forced to stay up all night. I'm very glad it helps some people, but it definitely made my condition worse."