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How Does an Antibiotic Reduce Symptoms of IBS?

Posted on February 10, 2014 by Kristine Novak, PhD, Science Editor

Rifaximin alters the intestinal microbiota to prevent inflammation and visceral hyperalgesia in stressed rats, according to the February issue of Gastroenterology. These findings could explain the ability of this antibiotic to relieve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in patients. … Continue reading →

Posted in GI Tract | Tagged antibiotc, bacteria, chronic stress, drug, functional bowel disorder, GI motility, IBS, intestinal inflammation, irritable bowel syndrome, microbiota, mucosa, psychologic stress | 7 Comments

New Treatment for IBS

Posted on August 18, 2011 by Kristine Novak, PhD, Science Editor

LX1031, a drug that inhibits serotonin production, relieves symptoms and increases stool consistency in patients with nonconstipating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), according to a study by Philip Brown et al. in the August issue of Gastroenterology. Serotonin (also called 5-hydroxytryptamine or … Continue reading →

Posted in GI Tract, Technology | Tagged bloating, Clinical Trial, constipation, drug, efficacy, IBS, irritable bowel syndrom, nausea, pain, Side Effects, symptom reduction, therapy, Toxicity, treatment | 3 Comments

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