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I have been taking 75mg of nortriptyline for my ibs pain as advised for the past 2 weeks now. my dosage was increased from 50mg to 75mg. i have noticed some improvement. wanted to ask how long does antidepressant keep improving pain in ibs?
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It is a very individual thing. I am glad you are better. Pl ask your prescribing doc for the length of treatment
Answered 4/21/2023
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