IBS-D - Silicogel

[laurajn087]

For anyone like me, who suffers from IBS-D, I would thoroughly recommend Solicogel, which you can buy from any natural health shop, such as Holland and Barratt. I have tried many things over the last few years since my problem got worse, but other than the usual Imodium type of tablets, this works very well. In layman terms it apparently coats the stomach, and makes it less sensitive, meaning it slows the system down. It took a few days before I noticed any improvement, but now I wouldn't be without it. It's definitely worth a try.

[kavanagh1955]

Thanks for that, are you using this every day and if so how many doses per day? Has your D calmed down. I did try this a few years ago and not sure why I stopped, maybe expense?

[laurajn087 in reply to kavanagh1955]

I only use ons tablespoon per day which is enough for me. It is very expensive, about £9 for a small bottle, but once my stomach settles down a bit I stop for s while until the next time it flares up

[kavanagh1955 in reply to laurajn087]

Thank you

[robbyp]

hi, I've had ibs for about 6mnths, I will try this asap

[IBSNetwork Partner IBS Network]

Hi,

Thanks for sharing. Pleased you've found something that's worked for you.

For anyone thinking of trying this, please bear in mind that what works for one person may not work for another. IBS is different for everyone.

[laurajn087 in reply to IBSNetwork]

Yes agreed, but I thought it was worth letting people know.

[265599]

I got mine from amazon it's like wallpaper paste.

[laurajn087 in reply to 265599]

Yes that's a good description.

[wisewoman108]

It doesn't taste nice but it does seem to work. I have used it for about 3 months and no longer need it.

[265599]

It does work but is a bit expensive.

Ive found it gives me stomach cramps initially but if you can put up with that it does work.