Does Cholestyramine work for you?

[Daunting]

Hi.

Has anyone tried Colestrymine sachets for Diarrhea. I spoke to the pharmacist and she suggested that I try this medication 2 times a day.
If anyone has tried this, does it help with diarrhea and urgency and spasms.

Thanks

 

[shamrock15]

These didn't do a whole lot of good for me. Imodium did work somewhat. I can understand not wanting to put more meds into yourself. Probiotics could be an option, as sometimes diarrhea is related to the bacteria and not the food or function of your bowel. I think it is worth a try though, maybe it will work for you.

 

[Daunting]

HI

Yeah I know what you mean, I am always feeling like I am trying new meds after news meds. Wish I could find soemthing that works for me.
I will try it out and see what happens.

I feel like I will never find something that will work,.

 

[nogutsnoglory]

Have you undergone ileal resection? I have tried 3 packets a day without success.

 

[Daunting]

Hi

No I have none gone through any resections as of yet, but apparently the colestrymine works for quite a few people as a bulking agent.
I am not sure if it will work for me or not. I might try on the weekend, my biggest problem is urgency and bowel gurglings at the moment.

 

[nogutsnoglory]

I hope that it will help you. Keep us posted.