librax
#328529 - 04/20/08 12:04 PM
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Does or has anyone taken this on a regular basis for IBS? Did it help? I'm not one to take med's but GI gave me a script & I'm a little cautious in trying it. I don't like to be sedated. thanks.
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I have it but have not take in months. You have to be careful with it because it has dependency issues if you take it long term. I actually got better results taking Heather's peppermint caps which have no addictive qualities.
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Laura
DX IBS 12/07
Following IBS Diet with Weight Watchers
Also GERD
Former cast iron stomach
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Thanks for reply. I've tried the enteric coated peppermint but instead of dissolving in the colon it dissolved in my stomach. Everytime I opened my mouth I felt like I was breathing peppermint flames. It was very uncomfortable but was better than feeling drugged.
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Re: librax
#328602 - 04/21/08 02:57 PM
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barbie
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Yes, I have taken Librax for several years. It has helped me tremendously. Stress is a big trigger for me so it helps that and also calms the tummy. I started taking it three times a day, one before each meal. Now I am doing so well I only take one in the morning, unless I'm really stressed and then I'll take two a day.
There is a possibility of addiction in some people but when I went from three pills to one it didn't bother me at all. I did it gradually, though.
I would suggest taking it on the weekend or when you don't need to go anywhere for a couple of days just to see what kind of reaction you get. It might make you kinda foggy at first but that goes away. If stress isn't a trigger for you then I wouldn't suggest you take it.
I've always been afraid of taking meds, too, but I'm so glad I took this one.
Barbie
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i recently switched from bentyl to librax (the generic form). i was worried about the "sedative" but truth be told i dont notice much difference from the bentyl which made me tired.
the librax has been a much better option for me, and i am as close to normal again as i feel i have been in years. i used to take bentyl, drink peppermint tea because my tummy was always in pain- now with the librax i dont get the pain/bloating/discomfort as much. also use immodium when needed.
be careful and check the interactions, i noticed a very very weird nausea feeling/interaction with a low mg anti-depressant i was on for anxiety. also, alcohol can definitely intensify if on librax, but i found that to be true with bentyl.
i have been suffering for 10 years with IBS-D and only was recently (last year) diagnosed after taking every test under the sun.
this drug might not be for everyone but i can attest to its success with IBS. this is the most "normal" i have felt in years.
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