Elavil (amitriptyline) is a tricyclic anti-depressant which affects the balance of chemicals in the brain. Although Elavil is most commonly used to treat depression, like other anti-depressants it can also be used to treat IBS, and particularly the pain of IBS.
The generic version, amitriptyline, is used to treat conditions such as depression, IBS, anxiety, and chronic pain. Does Elavil Help With IBS? Low doses of
As such, TCAs may be preferred for IBS-D, while SSRIs may be preferred for IBS-C. amitriptyline (Elavil, Vanatrip), desipramine (Norpramin), imipramine
Antidepressants for IBS Tricyclic antidepressants, like amitriptyline (Elavil, Vanatrip), desipramine (Norpramin), or nortriptyline (Pamelor)
Amitriptyline (Elavil ) improves IBS abdominal pain in patients with persistent symptoms. Moreover, it has anti-cholinergic (anti-diarrhea) action. So, it can be beneficial if you have IBS-Diarrhea (IBS-D) (reference). Amitriptyline is not a first-line treatment for IBS-Constipation (IBS-C).
amitriptyline [Elavil]). Antacids containing calcium or aluminum, such as Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Diverticulitis. Outlet dysfunction
SSRIs have been found to be better for treating constipation-predominant IBS (IBS-C). Elavil (amitriptyline); Tofranil (imipramine); Norpramin
However, they may be beneficial for other health conditions like IBS. The TCAs that may be prescribed for IBS are: amitriptyline (Elavil, Vanatrip)
SSRIs have been found to be better for treating constipation-predominant IBS (IBS-C). Elavil (amitriptyline); Tofranil (imipramine)
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As in.. Irritable Bowel Syndrome? Like... where in the story does she take a shit, let alone have symptoms of IBS in a big way? Did the person who wrote this even 'know what IBS is'? Good thing I know what the story actually is about, but... a 'less-informed' reader might turn away, thinking this is about scat or something else really gross like that. >.>