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March 1, 2006
                		
                	Drugs for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
					
					
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Drugs for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
March 1, 2006 (Issue: 43)
					Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder, occuring in about 15% of the US population; it is 2-3 times more frequent in women than in men. IBS is characterized by chronic abdominal pain or discomfort and altered bowel habits.
 
        			
        			
					
					
					
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