This Topic Review from NHS Clinical Knowledge Summaries (CKS; formerly PRODIGY) covers the management of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in adults, incorporating recommendations from the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidance ‘Irritable bowel syndrome in adults: diagnosis and management of irritable bowel syndrome in primary care’ (CG61, February 2008). 

The Topic Review looks at the diagnosis and management of IBS, and the supporting evidence for interventions, including diet and lifestyle (dietary fibre, physical activity, probiotics and aloe vera), drug treatments (antispasmodics, antimotility agents, laxatives, and antidepressants), psychological interventions, and complementary and alternative medicine.  Please see the link below for details.