Natural Medicines in the Clinical Management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Course overview

JA0006454-0000-18-108-H01-P // Start Date: 8/1/2018 // Expiration Date: 7/31/2021 // This course summarizes evidence for preventing and treating irritable bowel syndrome. The goal of this activity is to help clinicians in all settings develop a better knowledge base from which they can provide consultation regarding natural medicines used for irritable bowel syndrome. Upon completion of this course, the learner will be able to: 1. Describe how natural medicines might work for irritable bowel syndrome. 2. Identify natural medicines used for constipation or diarrhea related to irritable bowel syndrome. 3. List natural medicines used for abdominal pain and other symptoms in patients with irritable bowel syndrome. 4. Identify natural medicines that might exacerbate symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. 5. Explain safety concerns associated with natural medicines used for irritable bowel syndrome.