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I have ibs and noticed it is hard for me to put on weight and to gain an appetite even if i workout more or do more activities. is there a medicine that exists that helps increase appetite?
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Try cuproheptadine: Originally an antihistaminic, mit stimulates appetite nicely. Why are you coughing?
Answered 1/10/2014
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Yes.: You may not be gaining weight due to ibs especially diarrhea. Treat the ibs ( zelnorm, amitiza) first.Some medications that can increase your appetite ( remeron) can also help the ibs. If that doesn't help, a drug called Megace (megestrol) may help.
Answered 1/1/2015
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