We will approach Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) in a structured manner
Definition & Etiology Common Symptoms Ten Homeopathic Remedies with their “Similimum” explanation Comparative Study of Remedies 1. Definition & Etiology ➡ Definition :functional gastrointestinal disorder characterized by abdominal pain, bloating, and altered bowel habits — without any structural pathology .
➡ Etiology (Causes/Triggers) :
Emotional stress, anxiety, depression Dietary indiscretions (fatty foods, caffeine, alcohol)Gut-brain axis dysregulation Infections (post-infectious IBS) Hormonal changes Antibiotics or medications affecting gut flora 2. Common Symptoms of IBS 3. Top 10 Homeopathic Remedies for IBS with Similimum Explanation Remedy & Potency Characteristic Indications Nux Vomica 30/200 For IBS with constipation , ineffectual urge for stool, irritable temperament, sedentary life, and abdominal pain after eating . Craving for stimulants (coffee, alcohol). Lycopodium 200 IBS with bloating, flatulence , lower abdomen distention, worse in the evening . Craves sweets , sensitive to criticism. Stool difficult to pass.Colocynthis 200 Cramping, cutting abdominal pain , relieved by bending double or hard pressure . Diarrhea after anger or humiliation.Argentum Nitricum 200 Anxiety-related IBS , nervous diarrhea before exams, public performances, or anticipation. Desire for sweets , but they aggravate.Aloe Socotrina 30/200 Sudden urge to stool , can’t retain stool, especially after eating or drinking. Gurgling in abdomen , with passage of gas and mucus.China Officinalis 30 IBS after excessive loss of fluids , weakness, bloating worse after eating. Slow digestion , sensitive to touch.Podophyllum 30/200 Profuse, offensive, gushing diarrhea , especially in the morning, with weakness. Rumbling and pain before stool.Silicea 200 Constipation with IBS , stool recedes after partial expulsion. Cold, chilly patients. Abdominal distension and gases .Iris Versicolor 30 Burning in the whole digestive tract , diarrhea with burning stools. Worse from rich, fatty foods.Pulsatilla 30/200 IBS with shifting symptoms , diarrhea after fatty food or ice cream. Mild, weepy, needs consolation . Aversion to fatty food.
4. Comparative Study (Differentiation of Remedies) Symptom/Modality Nux Vomica Lycopodium Colocynthis Argentum Nitricum Aloe Socotrina Constipation type IBS Yes, with frequent urge Yes, with flatulence No No No Diarrhea type IBS No No Yes, after anger Yes, anticipatory Yes, sudden urgency Pain relieved by pressure No No Yes No No Worse after eating Yes Yes, esp. evening No No Yes Associated Anxiety/Stress Yes, irritable Yes, anticipatory Yes, from anger Yes, performance-related No Sudden urge, can’t retain stool No No No No Yes
Symptom/Modality China Off. Podophyllum Silicea Iris V. Pulsatilla IBS after fluid loss Yes, with bloating No No No No Morning diarrhea No Yes, profuse, gushing No Yes Yes, but painless Constipation type IBS No No Yes, stool recedes No Sometimes, alternating Burning stools/tract No No No Yes No Worse after fatty food No No No Yes Yes, especially ice cream Emotional sensitivity No No Yes, sensitive No Yes, mild, needs support
✅ Key Takeaway : IBS varies widely in presentation — identifying the type (constipation/diarrhea/mixed) is crucial. Emotional and dietary triggers guide remedy selection. Modalities (what makes better/worse) are golden keys for remedy choice.
