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What is the hallmark symptom of IBS?

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abdominal pain relieved by defecation that lasts for a prolonged period of time and also varies over time

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What are other symptoms of IBS (not hallmark)?

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  1. diarrhea/ constipation
  2. fatigue
  3. bloating
  4. dyspepsia
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What are the proposed mechanisms of IBS?

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  1. altered gut motility
  2. hypersensitive gut with enhanced visceral perception and pain
  3. dysregulation of the brain-gut axis
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What chemical is the main cause of IBS?

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serotonin

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What is the diagnosis of IBS?

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Recurrent abdominal pain at least 2 days per week over 3 months
PLUS two of the following:
1. pain related by defecation
2. change in frequency of stool
3. change in form of stool

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What are the “alarm” / “red flag” symptoms of IBS?

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  1. 50 y/o without colon cancer
  2. recent change in bowel habit
  3. evidence of GI bleed
  4. nocturnal pain/ passage of stool
  5. unintentional weight loss
  6. Family hx of colon cancer / IBD
  7. iron deficiency anemia
  8. potential drug-induced
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What can cause drug-induced diarrhea?

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  1. antibiotics
  2. caffeine
  3. colchicine
  4. Sorbitol-containing products
  5. laxatives
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What can cause drug-induced constipation?

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  1. anticholinergic agents
  2. aluminum antacids
  3. opioid analgesics
  4. anti-diarrheal agents
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What drugs can cause abdominal discomfort?

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  1. iron
  2. corticosteroids
  3. antibiotics
  4. bisphosphates
  5. NSAIDs
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What is the only specific diet that has shown efficacy in IBS?

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FODMAP

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What are non-pharm treatments for IBS?

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  1. soluble fiber / psyllium
  2. peppermint oil enteric coated capsule
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What are psychological therapies for IBS?

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  1. relaxation therapy
  2. self-administered CBT
  3. behavioral therapy
  4. mindfulness meditation
  5. exercise
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What probiotic strain has been shown to improve bloating and flatulence?

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bifidobacterium

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Do the guidelines recommend probiotics?

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No

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What is the MOA of antispasmodics?

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relaxation of smooth muscle and attenuation of visceral hypersensitivity and pain sensation

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When are antispasmodics recommended?

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for symptomatic short-term, acute relief of IBS symptoms

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What agents does Donnatol contain?

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Hyoscyamine, atropine, phenobarbital, scopolamine

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What agents are used for antispasmodics in IBS?

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Dicyclomine
Hyoscyamine
Donnatol

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What antispasmodic is the DOC in Canada?

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Scopolamine

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What are SEs with antispasmodics?

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anticholinergic- drowsiness, heat intolerance, constipation

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When are TCAs used in IBS?

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sub-depression doses are effective in relieving visceral pain and improving symptom relief

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What TCAs are used in IBS?

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Amitriptyline
Doxepin
Desipramine

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What TCA is best at treating pain?

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Amitriptyline

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What TCA is good for pain and improves incomplete evacuation?

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What antibiotic is recommended for IBS-D?
Rifaximin
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What is the MOA of Rifaximin?
inhibition of bacterial RNA synthesis
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What is the daily dosing of Rifaximin for IBS?
TID
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What are ADEs with Rifaximin?
1. peripheral edema 2. dizziness 3. nausea 4. headache
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What agent is approved for women with severe IBS-D unresponsive to conventional therapy?
Alosetron
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What is the MOA of Alosetron (LOTRONEX)?
5-HT3 antagonist
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What should Alosetron therapy be held and can be restarted at lower dose?
Constipation
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When should Alosetron therapy be discontinued and NOT restarted?
Ischemic colitis
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What dose of Alosetron requires a REMS program for ischemic colitis?
1mg BID
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What is the MOA of eluxadoline?
Mixed opioid receptor modulator ( mu and kappa agonist) (Delta antagonist)
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What patient population is eluxadoline approved for?
Adults with IBS-D
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What are contraindications to Eluxadoline?
1. No gallbladder 2. Alcoholism or history of 3. History of pancreatitis 4. Severe hepatic impairment
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What drugs interact with Eluxadoline?
Dose -dependent OAT inhibitors: Cyclosporine Genfibrozil Rifampin
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When should the dose of Eluxadoline be reduced?
1. Unable to tolerate 100mg 2. Drug interactions 3. Mild /moderate hepatic dysfunction
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What warnings should be considered when taking Eluxadoline?
Severe constipation Development of pancreatitis
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What is the mechanism of Linaclotide?
Agonist of guanylate cyclase C; Increases secretion of chloride and bicarbonate into the intestinal lumen to make an osmotic gradient
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What ADRs are associated with linaclotide (LINZESS)?
severe diarrhea (within first 2 weeks) GI bleed
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What is the MOA of Plecanatide?
Structural analog of human uroguanylin; change in the pH of the intestines leading to increased fluid secretion fluid secretion and decreased pain sensation
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What are the ADRs with Plecanatide (TRULANCE)?
1. dyspnea 2. nausea 3. severe diarrhea
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How is Plecanatide dispensed because it is unstable in air and to improve compliance?
blister pack; do not dispense in vials
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What agent is approved for women >/= 18 years with IBS-C?
Lubiprostone (AMITIZA)
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What other indications does Lubiprostone (AMITIZA) have?
1. chronic idiopathic 2. opioid-induced constipation
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What are ADRs with Lubiprostone?
1. dyspnea 2. nausea 3. severe diarrhea
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How long does it take for Lubiprostone to start working?
2 months
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What is the MOA of Tegaserod (ZELNORM)?
5HT4 agonist
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What population is Tegaserod approved in for IBS-C?
Women >/= 18 y/o and < 65 y/o with IBS-C
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What are ADRs with Tegaserod (ZELNORM)?
Cardiovascular events (MI, TIA) Severe diarrhea suicidal ideation and behavior
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What are the contraindications to Tegaserod?
Cardiovascular risk factors: 1. active smoking 2. BMI>30 3. HTN, DM, hyperlipidemia 4. any previous cardiovascular event 5. history of ischemic colitis 6. eGFR< 15 7. childs pugh B or C 8. history of gallbladder disease
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What patient population is Tenapanor approved in?
IBS-C in adults
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What is the MOA of Tenapanor?
sodium/hydrogen exchange isoform 3 (NHE3)
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What are the contraindications to Tenapanor?
1. obstruction 2. patients under 6 y/o
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What are ADRs to Tenapanor?
Diarrhea Flatulence Dizziness
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What OTC is used for diarrhea but has insufficient evidence to recommend for IBS-D?
Loperamide
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What OTC agent is used but has no evidence for improvement in symptoms or pain?
Polyethylene glycol
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What are ADRs with Polyethylene glycol?
1. bloating 2. abdominal discomfort
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