bloating

I have had IBS for years. Now I also have MS. I'm on Rebif and lyrica. So I have incurred weight gain without the joy of eating! I was taking zelnorm. Now it's been withdrawn. Anybody have any suggestions for treating the bloating? It doesn't matter what or how much I eat. Within thirty minutes I am bloated and extremely uncomfortable. Help?

Have you taken any anti gas OTC remedys like Gas X or Beano? You may want to try, it usually breaks down the enzymes that the sugars (carbs) in your foods produce to stop the gas and bloating. I do like Beano because you take it before you eat so its kind of like a preventive measure.

I take Lyrica as well and Canyonbabe is right, it does have the risk of weight gain. My appetite has decreased dramatically in the past few months and I maybe eat half of what I used to however I have only lost 6 lbs which does not match with the decrease in food. Its a trade off though, I have peripheral neuropathy which is why I take the Lyrica and I would rather not have the pain even if it means that I am more susceptible to weight gain.

You're right about the weight. I don't eat much and I try to get to the gym. But I haven't lost anything. It is the lyrica. I'm juicing in the morning, soup at lunch and plan to eat either cereal or salads for dinner. I am trying the Gas X but it doesn't help much. I have a doctor's appointment tomorrow and will ask about the Reglan or Motilium.