Respected user, hi I evaluated your query thoroughly . * Antibiotics will take care of the inflammatory portion in diverticulitis , you need anti-spasmodic molecules to take care of the spasms associated which will relax the smooth muscles of the intestines . * In our clinic , we recommend to give Cap. Prilosec (20)mg morning and evening 1 hour before meals Tab. Dicyclomine (20)mg morning and evening after meals for 3-5 days initially , later on dose adjustments according to the recovery * Along with this all major life style modifications play vital role in it : - drink plenty of liquids preferably boiled water, rice water, coconut water , lemon juice , butter milk - have small amount of soft diet at regular intervals - avoid prolong fasting / over eating - avoid sleeping for 2 hours after meals - fix the timings of breakfast , lunch , dinner till possible - avoid late night parties , dinners - avoid all oily / spicy / non vegetarian stuffs / beverages / junk foods - avoid smoking / alcohol / abuse substances if any - avoid other pain killers as ibuprofen / diclofenac problematic in your case - avoid stress / anxiety ( very vital component missed by many doctors ) - have regular sound sleep of 7-8 hrs - remain ambulatory , regular walking , light exercises at home with YOGA help a lot at long term basis - Be Positive , have faith in almighty God . Your destiny is pre written & you have to follow the path for you , rather than getting panic & stressed out Regarding death , you can survive toughest episodes of diverticulitis flare up also . Hope this clears your query . Welcome for any further assistance . Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.com & giving us an opportunity to assist Wishing you fine recovery from the same . Regards dear take care .