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How do you decide between TCAs, SSRIs, SNRIs, Pregabalin & atypical antipsychotics for neuromodulation in IBS patients?

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Gastroenterology · University of Florida
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TCAs are the first-line neuromodulator for IBS pain, with SSRIs, SNRIs, pregabalin, and atypical antipsychotics filling specific niches based on predominant symptoms and IBS subtype.

  • TCAs - Strongest evidence for abdominal pain (NNT ~4). Slow GI transit, making them ideal for IBS-D. Start amitriptyl...

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