Hi, 1. As you are a diagnosed case of IBS and under the supervision of a Physician, thus remain under his constant observation since he will be the better judge of your symptoms, and because symptoms are aggravated once medicine gets discontinued, so it will be wise to follow up with: * Stool examination * Sigmoidoscopy and colonoscopy * K.U.B. X-ray and Barium enema, till then avoid fatty foods, oil, ghee, raw vegetables, overeating. 2. maintain proper hydration [to prevent dehydration] and replace with electrolytes [avoid apple, grapes, pear juice which can make stomach upset]. - Avoid fiber-rich diet, since it can make bloating worse [instead take plain white rice, boiled potato, plain toast] - Avoid eating dairy products, spicy food, and spicy condiments, stay away from artificial sweeteners. - Take less of strong spices (ginger, garlic), oily-fried-fatty food and flatus producing foods (peas, beans, dals) - Eat slowly, avoid haste-irregular eating and sweet/heavy food which are difficult to digest and cause indigestion - Since it is a psychosomatic disease thus tranquillity of mind is a must, as such Medhya drugs or a mild tranquilizer are useful. PS. If symptoms persist, call your doctor since it can be symptoms of underlying illness or infection which require medical intervention. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Munish Sood, Ayurveda Specialist