| There are a range of medical products readily available from supermarkets and pharmacies that may be helpful in relieving symptoms associated with medically confirmed IBS. | ||
| Symptoms | Medication | Effect |
| Abdominal pain & cramps | Antispasmodic (e.g. Buscopan® IBS Relief) |
Relieves painful abdominal discomfort and cramps |
| Diarrhoea | Antidiarrhoeal | Encourages formation of firmer stools |
| Constipation | Laxative (e.g. Dulcolax® Tablets (contains bisacodyl) and Perles (contains sodium picosulfate). |
Stimulates natural movement of bowel |
| Flatulence and bloating | Anti-flatulent | Reduces pressure of trapped wind |
You can learn more about avoiding IBS symptoms in the top tips section of this website. Buscopan® IBS Relief. Contains hyoscine butylbromide. For painful abdominal spasms in medically confirmed IBS. First seek medical diagnosis. Always read the label. |
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