Irritable Bowel Syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome
A
- abdominal pain
- constipation/diarrhoea
- urgency
- passing mucus
2
Q
When is Irritable Bowel Syndrome common
A
- women
- people aged 20 to 30
3
Q
What is non-drug treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
A
- Exercise
- Regular meals
- reduced fresh fruit
- hydration
- reduce stress
4
Q
What is the OTC treatment for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
A
- Antispasmodics
- Laxatives
- Loperamide
- Antimuscarinic
5
Q
Examples of Antispasmodics
A
- Mebeverine
- Alverine
- Peppermind Oil
6
Q
Example of Antimuscarinic
A
- Hyoscine Butylbromide
7
Q
What is the second like for pain if OTC doesn’t work
A
- low dose TCA (amitriptyline)
- SSRI
