Anti Spasmodics?

[Rob1959]

Good morning

Cramps, gurgling and bloating (inflammation?) are "in play" again this morning. x2 Buscopan does not seem to help.

Grateful for any alternative anti-spasmodic or pain relief medication suggestions I could discuss with my GP please?

I guess another option is to try and "block" mentally!

I am new to IBS so very much on a learning curve!

Thanks

[Jackie1612]

sorry Rob1959 I haven’t found anything. I too have cramps and bloating.

I hope you get more replies with recommendations.

[xjrs]

Have you tried Rennie Deflatine? Sometimes cramps and bloating can be due to trapped gas.

[Rob1959 in reply to xjrs]

Great thanks I will try them, handy that they are OTC.

I see the active ingredients are Simeticone 25g, Calcium carbonate 680mg, Heavy Magnesium carbonate 80mg. Curious the "heavy"!

[Calliope62]

Hi Rob,

I find if I take the maximum dose of Buscopan, four hourly, with a peppermint oil capsule and, in conjunction, use a hot water bottle or heat pad on my stomach, this usually gives relief, but we're all different.

As for the mental blocking you may want to look into Autogenics. I have found this very useful in managing my IBS, as one of my triggers is stress.

Best of luck,

Calliope

[binks]

Cramps, gurgling and bloating - perfect description 😥