What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome IBS

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or spastic colon is a functional bowel disorder characterized by abdominal pain and changes in bowel habits that is not associated with any abnormali...

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I was just prescribed dicyclomine (Bentyl)
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I was just prescribed dicyclomine (Bentyl) today for my IBS. Has anyone been prescribed this before? And if so, does it work well? Thanks.
Posted on 05/21/07, 08:05 pm
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Reply #1 - 05/22/07  10:38am
" I am on it. I have found it pretty helpful as long as I stay away from foods and spices that I know aggravate it. The only side effect is I'm tired a lot. "
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Reply #2 - 05/29/07  11:11pm
" I had it one time and it made me feel spaced out and drugged. plus real sleepy. i changed to librax. it works better on me. "
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Reply #3 - 06/16/07  12:39pm
" Bentyl has worked wonders for me..I take one every night and keeps alot of my IBS {and bladder spasms} under control. I hope it helps you. "
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Reply #4 - 06/17/07  9:25am
" im on it my self i just hate how it make's you tired it make's me also feel like im high but it dose help the pain. "
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Reply #5 - 06/25/07  6:09pm
" It actually has the adverse effect on me. It makes me unable to sleep. Isn't that weird? I guess it's just some weird fluke or something. "
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Reply #6 - 06/26/07  7:39pm
" I have been taking it for a few months now. I have found that taking it at night and occasionally after dinner helped me with the sleepiness and the stomach rock I used to get in the mornings. It works different for everyone. I say experiment with different times and you'll find what works for You! Peace. "
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Reply #7 - 06/27/07  3:16pm
" I have been prescribed that too, and am soon to start. i hope it works in some small way...anything for some relief... "
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