IBS

Ispaghula husk can be used by those who suffer with IBS and it can be used alongside most other IBS remedies, such as Buscopan.

However, you should speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking any two medications together, and make sure to read the patient information leaflets that come with your medications carefully to be sure that they’re safe to use at the same time.

Although IBS can’t be cured, there are things that can help you to manage your condition.

Try to cook homemade meals using fresh ingredients.

It’s a good idea to keep a diary of what you eat and if you get any symptoms - this will help you to figure out what food triggers your IBS so you can avoid it.

Probiotics, like yoghurts, may ease your symptoms, too.

If you’re looking to relieve IBS symptoms like diarrhoea, speak to our pharmacist about loperamide; if bloating or gas is an issue, try Buscopan or peppermint oil.

Laxatives can also help if you’re struggling with constipation to get your bowel movements working as they should.

The exact cause of IBS isn’t yet known, but there are some factors that are common in people with the condition. If you’ve got an abnormality in your digestive system, it may cause discomfort when releasing gas or stool. Your brain won’t send the accurate signals to your intestines which can result in your body overreacting to the digestive process, causing discomfort, constipation and diarrhoea. You’re more prone to developing IBS if you’ve had a serious bout of diarrhoea caused by an infection, or if you’ve got a lot of bacteria harbouring in the intestines. Stressful situations can also be a trigger for IBS in certain people, especially if it occurred during childhood.

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a condition that affects the digestive system, and it is quite common. You may experience symptoms varying from stomach cramps, bloating, gas, diarrhoea and constipation. Your symptoms may come and go, last for a period of time, or you may find that certain things trigger a flare-up.