zelnorm question
#292503 - 12/05/06 07:02 AM
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I saw a couple of posts on Zelnorm, but didn't specifically see this, so I thought I would ask. My doctor just gave me Zelnorm to try and one of the possible side effects is D (as you all know). Anyway, my question is: if I get D, can I take immodium, or is it something that has to just work itself out? Would taking immodium be counterproductive?
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I found that D disappeared after a couple of days. Generally speaking D should disappear after about a week. I don't think I would take immodium if D persisted - I would contact my doctor and ask for advice. The problem with Zelnorm is that it is only recommended to be taken for a short period of time - 12 weeks as I recall.
Here are some comments on Zelnorm by the FDA that are worth reading.
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STABLE: ♂, IBS-D 50+ years - Science of IBS
The FODMAP Approach to Managing IBS Symptoms
Evidence-based Dietary Management of Functional GI Symptoms: The FODMAP Approach
FODMAP Chart & Cheatsheet
The Role of Food & Dietary Intervention in IBS
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If you have SIBO, trapped gas, and c, is Zelnorm for a guy a suitable, prospective med?
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