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Hi all,

My GI doc prescribed me Zoloft to help with my IBS. I've been taking it for a little over 2 weeks, and I'm pretty sure its not helping much. I know I'm supposed to give anti-depressants at least 2-3 weeks to see any effects. However, I have read some of Heather's book (gotta love it!) and she specifically states that this type of anti-depressant is better used with those with IBS-C. I am IBS-D, and Heather recommends a different type, I think they are called tricyclic drugs, that work better for those with diarrhea. The reason I ask is two-fold. First of all, I don't want to make my D worse with this drug, yet I also don't want to give up on the option of antidepressants as of yet. And secondly, I have an appointment to see my GI tomorrow and am planning on bringing the book with me to back up my reasoning. If anyone else out there knows of having more success with those tricyclics, could you let me know? Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Julie
IBS-D, lactose intolerant, GERD, hemorrhoids

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