The common antidepressant amitriptyline also relieves painful symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome
LEEDS, United Kingdom — An antidepressant may also alleviate symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) among patients receiving care from a general practitioner (GP). British researchers conducted the study in primary care settings, where doctors prescribed amitriptyline – whose brand names include Elavil and Vanatrip. Patients adjusted their doses based on the severity of their … Read more