Review
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World J Gastroenterol. Jun 7, 2018; 24(21): 2211-2235
Published online Jun 7, 2018. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v24.i21.2211
Table 3 Management options for children with irritable bowel syndrome
Counselling and explanation to parents/child
Control maternal response to child’s pain
Pharmacological interventions
Gastroprokinetics (domperidone)
Antidepressants (amitriptyline, citalopram)
Acid suppressing agents (famotidine, omeprazole)
Antispasmodics (peppermint oil, mebavarine, dotavarine)
Antihistamines (cyproheptadine)
Antibiotics (rifaximin)
Psychological interventions
Guided imagery
Gut directed hypnotherapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Yoga therapy
Neuromodulation
Low FODMAP diet
Probiotics