Why Timing Matters Because absorption is highly sensitive, patients must follow strict dosing instructions: Take the pill first thing in the morning Use a small amount of water Wait at least 30 minutes before eating, drinking coffee, or taking other medications Missing this timing window can reduce the medications effectiveness
They may also recommend alternative medications that might be better suited to your health needs and goals
An ongoing autoinjector shortage might make it difficult to come by either of these branded medications.11 That may lead you to seek out compounded versions, but these often come in vials and require you to inject yourself with a traditional syringe
You might find yourself eating more comfort foods such as things that feel safe to your digestive system but arent always nutritionally balanced
IBS is difficult to treat, with few practical therapy approaches available despite its high incidence, financial and health costs, and severity (3)
Stomach acid, digestive enzymes, and whatever food is in your gut all degrade peptide molecules before they reach the small intestine
