Has anyone here used Imodium for an extended period of time?
#269701 - 06/15/06 04:34 PM
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torre
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I have tried everything to prevent my gas, bloating and diarrhea. Nothing works! Can anyone tell me if Imodium is a good and effective solution? Can it be taken safely daily for quite some time? How many pills should be taken to avoid diarrhea but not cause constipation? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!! Thanks Torre
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I've taken Immodium for extended periods of time and it is safe to do so. However, I don't recommend using it for gas/bloating. Are you following Heather's diet?
Kate, IBS-D.
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I wouldnt. I used to use Imodium a lot and it caused me to develop an intestinal blockage. I would definately consult your doctor first.
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I am ibs d, and used imodium too much before I started Heather's diet. Now I use it for my worst case scenarios only ... those days when I have d and have to work at the plant. And on those days I am now taking no more than 2 tablets in 24 hours. I have never worried too much about gas ... lots of stairs at work and it seems to work itself out.
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I've been using it for years but only as needed. Have you tried the acacia fiber, hypnosis, Heather's diet...?
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Medically speaking, it is perfectly safe to take as high a dose you need daily for as long as you need - there are no long term usage issues. Also, it can prove to be a life-saving drug when it comes to stopping your D.
HOWEVER, as a couple of people state below, it depends very, very much on the person taking them. For example, there are people on here who take 1/2 at a time, because taking a whole tablet will constipate them. Whereas with myself, if I am going out I take between 4 and 8 tablets, depending how bad my tum is to start with, and I have no problem whatsoever going to the toilet the next day (I think once out of about 50 times over the past year I've not been able to go the next day). My GI, who's pretty much the most respected authority on IBS in the whole of the UK, said he has many, many patients who take 10+ EVERY day, and one who takes 16 a day, and they have been doing so for decades with zero side effects. So, all depends on the individual.
So I'd start small, maybe 1 or 1/2 when you need it, and work up if you need more. Good luck!
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Thanks for the info! Very encouraging!!
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Yes I am following the diet and may I ask why you don't recommend it for gas and bloating? Thanks! Torre
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I've tried everything. Thanks for responding. Torre
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That's frightening! Thank you I'll proceed with caution. Torre
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