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Citalopram is usually used to treat depression but i have been given it to treat ibs. does this really work?
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Off - label for IBS: According to http://www.Emedexpert.Com/facts/citalopram-facts.Shtml: "selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (ssris) are frequently used in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (ibs) although evidence of their efficacy is scarce. Results of the study suggest that citalopram (20-40 mg/day) can significantly improve ibs symptoms. It can improve abdominal pain, bloating, impact of symptoms on.
Answered 5/6/2016
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