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How Can IBS And Diarrhea Be Treated?

I used levosulpiride for almost 1 year and nine months. Now I’ve stopped it as my prolactin level was getting higher. I’m an anxiety patient so im taking seroxat as well. After stopping levosulpiride i m getting the symptoms of Irritable bowl and diarrhoea in the morning. What should i do now. Plz help.
Mon, 20 Nov 2017
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Thanks for contacting with your health concern.

1. As you were taking levosulpiride which is given in irritable bowel syndrome so it can be deduced that you were suffering from IBS earlier also and since high prolactin level [hyperprolactenemia] is a documented side effect of the drug thus it is best to stop the drug, but you should consult your attending physician or Gastroenterologist regarding other safe alternatives to help with your symptoms.

2. going by your history and symptoms, the most probable diagnosis could be functional IBS [irritable bowel syndrome] which is a collection of symptoms ranging from bloating, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and constipation.

PS. It could be IBS predominant diarrhea in you, so consult a Gastroenterologist for necessary examination and investigation, till then

i. maintain proper hydration [to prevent dehydration] and replace with electrolytes [avoid apple, grapes, pear juice which can make stomach upset].

ii. Avoid fiber-rich diet, since it can make bloating/diarrhea worse [instead take plain white rice, boiled potato, plain toast]

- avoid eating dairy products, spicy food, and spicy condiments, stay away from artificial sweeteners.
- take less of strong spices (ginger, garlic), oily-fried-fatty food and flatus producing foods (peas, beans, dals)
- eat slowly, avoid haste-irregular eating and sweet/heavy food which are difficult to digest and cause indigestion
- since it is a psychosomatic disease thus tranquility of mind is must, as such Medhya drugs or a mild tranquilizer are useful.

PS. If symptoms persist, call your doctor since it can be symptoms of underlying illness or infection which require medical intervention.
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How Can IBS And Diarrhea Be Treated?

** Thanks for contacting with your health concern. 1. As you were taking levosulpiride which is given in irritable bowel syndrome so it can be deduced that you were suffering from IBS earlier also and since high prolactin level [hyperprolactenemia] is a documented side effect of the drug thus it is best to stop the drug, but you should consult your attending physician or Gastroenterologist regarding other safe alternatives to help with your symptoms. 2. going by your history and symptoms, the most probable diagnosis could be functional IBS [irritable bowel syndrome] which is a collection of symptoms ranging from bloating, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and constipation. PS. It could be IBS predominant diarrhea in you, so consult a Gastroenterologist for necessary examination and investigation, till then i. maintain proper hydration [to prevent dehydration] and replace with electrolytes [avoid apple, grapes, pear juice which can make stomach upset]. ii. Avoid fiber-rich diet, since it can make bloating/diarrhea worse [instead take plain white rice, boiled potato, plain toast] - avoid eating dairy products, spicy food, and spicy condiments, stay away from artificial sweeteners. - take less of strong spices (ginger, garlic), oily-fried-fatty food and flatus producing foods (peas, beans, dals) - eat slowly, avoid haste-irregular eating and sweet/heavy food which are difficult to digest and cause indigestion - since it is a psychosomatic disease thus tranquility of mind is must, as such Medhya drugs or a mild tranquilizer are useful. PS. If symptoms persist, call your doctor since it can be symptoms of underlying illness or infection which require medical intervention.