Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Support Group

Irritable bowel syndrome is a common intestinal disorder that is characterized by bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea, cramping, and constipation. Typically no abnormalities appear during standard medical testing, and so irritable bowel syndrome is identified by the symptoms. Although irritable bowel syndrome can cause serious discomfort, the intestines are not harmed.

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razorbacks 04/21/2016

anybody else have a problem with it not working...... it also makes my legs hurt and feel heavy. my dr doesnt beleive me....

jasp435 04/25/2016

I have used Miralax for years now. At first I thought it didn't work, but I wasn't using it consistently. I've found that I need to take one capful EVERY day and then all is well. I would try it again.

annettearizona 04/26/2016

there is a prescription laxative called linzess

littlemart 04/27/2016

Miralax has really helped me a lot. Yes.. take it regularly. And.. I've found that drinking Green Tea with honey has made a huge difference for me. Used to be I would have bowel movements 3 or 4 days in a row, then on the 5th day I wouldn't have one and was miserable. So I'd take the Miralax and by the next day.. better.

I still have this happen, but the tea and honey are giving me a few extra days relief.

razorbacks 04/29/2016

i take 2 doses of Mirlax a day and nothing for 5 days heavy legs and hurting so I need to do something else .... I dont like to go more than 5 days without pooping
also tried the Ametiza and it did nothing either

littlemart 04/29/2016

Have you tried a Fleet Enema?

salvatop 04/29/2016

littlemart....What is a Fleet Enema??

littlemart 04/29/2016

salvatop you can buy them over the counter. It's just a rectal enema you can use on yourself. Pretty effective, but you don't want to abuse them. I think there are different kinds. Ask your pharmacist.

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