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Treatment Options

In addition to the strategies listed in our Managing Your Symptoms section, there are some drugs available that can help the pain and spasm of IBS that your doctor can prescribe. Anti-diarrheal medications can be helpful in patients suffering from predominantly diarrhea symptoms. Certain antidepressants have been used to help with the pain by altering the way the brain perceives pain.
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Important: This information should not be used as a substitute for the medical care and advice of your physician.
There may be variations in treatment that your physician may recommend based on individual facts and circumstances.