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Polyethylene Glycol (Carbowax) Preferred to Lactulose for Chronic Constipation

Lactulose and Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) are both commonly used osmotic laxatives that have been shown to be effective and safe in treating chronic constipation. However, there is no data indicating which osmotic laxative is better.  A new review reported in … Continue reading

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Xifaxan Relives Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Our previous article reported the beneficial effects of exercise to relieve symptoms of irritable disease.  Now, two studies indicated that treatment with antibiotic, rifaximin (Xifaxan), for 2 weeks provides long-lasting, significant symptom relief in patients who have irritable bowel syndrome … Continue reading

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