Okay, so you're IBS-A (alternating). This is tricky, but not impossible (I'm A too).
What dose of Immodium are you on? If it ALWAYS makes you C, then it's too high. I was on Immodium for ages (as a preventative) and it really helped me stabilise, but if you're A, it has to be a low dose. If you're only on 1 pill, then get your doctor to prescribe the liquid form (you can then take teeny amounts). And, from personal experience, I would recommend taking it daily for a while as a preventative.
With the C, JenX's given you some great advice on how to eat insoluble fibre. Make sure you do! Just be really careful and follow Heather's guidelines to the letter.
You mentioned a "burning" pain. Could it be an acid problem as well as cramps? I had acid from my mouth to my bum when I was really bad!  If so, then peppermint could actually be making it worse. Just a thought... Try drinking really strong Chamomile tea to alternate the peppermint.
Hang in there honey. We'll get you sorted, I promise.
Could you explain the situation to your boss and see about having some longer-term sick leave? I really do know what it's like (I'm in work now feeling like sh*t), but forcing yourself to keep going doesn't help.
Good luck!
Linz
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