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Types of ibs medications?
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IBS: There are thee different types, ibs with constipation, ibs with diarrhea and a mixed vaiety.
Answered 11/24/2013
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Depends on symptoms: After a positive diagnosis of IBS made in conjunction with your Dr, the condition is best managed with reflection and change to diet, lifestyle. Medication options include; antispasmodics (Buscopan, Mebeverine) for pain, Loperamide for diarrhoea, Laxative for constipation and antidepressants (SSRI or TCA) which probably modify the body/mind pain processing and promote a feeling of wellbeing.
Answered 9/28/2016
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