Soluble Fiber supplements and anti-spasmodics
#8764 - 05/10/03 12:08 PM
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liz66
Reged: 04/24/03
Posts: 31
Loc: Washington State
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 Question: Can anyone tell me if they take anti-spasmodics like Bentyl or Levbid along with the fiber supplements and the IBS diet? If so, has it been successful? I have IBS-D. I've been on the IBS diet about a week taking 1 tsp twice daily of Benefiber and seem to be doing okay. But I also have been prescribed an antispasmodic (Levbid), but I haven't taken any since I've been on the IBS diet and taking Benefiber. Just like to know everyone else's experience. Thanks.
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Hi, I follow heathers diet and take Levsin. My IBS acts up even when im on a strict diet, so i have to take the levsin. If your doin good on the diet, then i wouldnt take the levbid unless necessary.
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Thanks, I appreciate knowing that.
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Concrete Angel-
Do you also take a fiber supplement along with Heather's diet and levsin?
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No Liz, I dont take a soluble supplement, but I do consume as much soluble fiber as possible. I eat white hominy grits in the morning (2grams of fiber) , consistantly eat sourdough pretzels all day, ect.
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Your Welcome!!
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-Angela
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I currently take Levbid, and also fiber supplements while taking that. And I have not had any problems. I usually take one Levbid in the morning when I am more prone to stomach problems, and I take it with a glass of Citracel, and take Fibercon a few times throughout the day.
Hope that helps
Stacey
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I take Metamucil once a day and ground flax seed 2x a day. I have Bentyl as a prescription and only take it as necessary. I am IBS-C, and sometimes the anti-spaz drugs can bind you up more. But in your case ( IBS-D) it might be ok. Just don't take them at the same time. You should always take a fiber supplement alone as it may interfere with the absorption of any other meds or supplements you are taking!
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