Bentyl User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

Bentyl has an average rating of 7.3 out of 10 from a total of 138 reviews on Drugs.com. 67% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 20% reported a negative experience.

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Piz...
Taken for 1 to 6 months
November 2, 2021

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "I was prescribed this after gastric sleeve surgery for stomach cramps that I was told would happen. It's been a lifesaver. The first month I took it religiously as prescribed because the pain was the worst. Now I take it as needed (per my Dr), and it helps so much even with an upset stomach. It does make me a little tired but not enough to make me want to go to sleep for hours. I keep it with me at all times in case my stomach acts up."

10 / 10

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July 12, 2010

"I was prescribed this medicine for diarrhea associated with a bad case of Giardia I picked up. It not only gave my bowels a rest but eased the cramping and dulled the pain. I found it an excellent sleep enhancer as well, which is about all you want to do when in the midst of a cramping bowel attack."

10 / 10

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chr...
Taken for less than 1 month
December 23, 2022

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "I started having bad stomach pains all over my abdomen. Some dull. Some were sharp. I felt my stomach gurgling, and spasms and cramping. It got to the point I went to the ER. They gave me Bentyl, which saved me. It made my life bearable, and after a week of lifestyle changes, my pain was gone. I love Bentyl."

9 / 10

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Knd...
November 22, 2016

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "I just started taking this medicine today because every other medicine I've been on hasn't worked, and I've been so sick with stomach pains and running to the bathroom. My doctor said to take 1 or 2. I took 2 at lunch, does that mean I should take 2 at dinner as well? I can't take the stomach pains anymore. Do you guys think this will help? Thanks."

3 / 10

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Anonymous
Taken for 1 to 6 months
November 30, 2021

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "Bentyl works okay for me, but not enough for me to take it on a regular basis. I suffer from alternating IBS-C and IBS-D, so it doesn't seem to stop diarrhea or relieve constipation. However, it works pretty well for abdominal cramping. I also have endometriosis that is causing the IBS-like symptoms, so even though I also have an IBS diagnosis, it's not the main issue. That could be part of the reason Bentyl only works on the abdominal cramps for me. Definitely worth a go, though, as I didn't have any bad side effects."

7 / 10

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Mir...
Taken for less than 1 month
February 13, 2022

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "I have had IBS-D my entire life. I lived with it. Then, 2 months ago, I had some stomach surgery, and that’s when the fun began. I have dumping syndrome, and it is severe. I found Bentyl, and my doctor prescribed the full dose, 20 mg x 4 a day. It took a week or so to start working, and to my surprise, it not only helps."

10 / 10

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Kat...
October 31, 2015

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "I do take Bentyl on occasion for IBS, but wondering if anyone with the Eustachian Tube problem is seeing any relief with Bentyl. My ears are driving me crazy. I did have a huge weight loss several years ago, and my NET seems to think this created my ear problem. Weight gain seems to be my only option at this point, but I am comfortable at my current weight. Anybody else having the echo/roaring problem?"

5 / 10

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Ben...
Taken for 2 to 5 years
March 19, 2023

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "Have taken for 3 years. Family history of IBS. I take three 20 mg tablets per day. I sometimes have slight euphoria when taking one tablet. I also have slight back and neck pain issues. One tablet helps a great deal, for some reason. The only thing I have experienced is dry mouth. I drink a lot of water and coffee, seltzer water, etc., or use sugar-free cough drops, Ricola SF. Helps with dry mouth."

9 / 10

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Anonymous
Taken for less than 1 month
April 19, 2017

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "I went to the E.R. with a severe case of food poisoning. After hours of fluids, IVs, and various drugs, they were able to get it to stop. I filled my prescription for Bentyl the next day, 20 mg two times a day. After about 45 minutes, I started getting bad cramps and the worst diarrhea ever. I do not recommend this to anyone."

1 / 10

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Bur...
Taken for less than 1 month
April 13, 2025

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "I think this is actually helping my IBS-D, but it’s too soon to tell. What I’ve noticed is it dissolves quickly and tastes terrible. Tried putting on the back of my tongue and it burned my throat. This should be in a capsule."

7 / 10

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September 25, 2016

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "Took me several trips back to the ER for fluids with vitamins, to help flush this awful stuff out! Had bad side effects for a month!!! Bad!!! Never take unless you love being weak and no energy along with massive diarrhea and no appetite, and love dehydration."

1 / 10

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Daw...
Taken for 1 to 6 months
September 24, 2019

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "Absolutely fabulous! This medicine is a Godsend! It has given me my life back. Helps tremendously with bloating, gas, pain, and anxiety!"

10 / 10

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Den...
August 15, 2014

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "Worked perfectly in the diarrhea stage, without causing constipation. Dosage was 10 mg 4 times a day (before meals and one at bedtime)."

9 / 10

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won...
Taken for 1 to 2 years
December 31, 2015

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "IBS-D for about 10 yrs. Bentyl is the only drug that will help for me! Within 10 mins of taking! Every time!"

9 / 10

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Fai...
September 14, 2018

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "After my gallbladder removed and still didn't feel better, my doctor diagnosed me with IBS and prescribed this medication. Within minutes, I felt better! This was a lifesaver!!!"

10 / 10

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AMY...
Taken for less than 1 month
May 9, 2018

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "The doctor put me on Bentyl for IBS-C. Within 40 minutes, the excruciating pain was gone, and I was able to rest. Bentyl is a lifesaver!"

10 / 10

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Dee...
Taken for less than 1 month
October 7, 2016

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "Love it, been on it 2 days now. Had an attack like an hour ago, was in severe pain. Took one 20 mg, it worked in 30 min. It's a lifesaver for me!"

10 / 10

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Bry...
Taken for less than 1 month
November 8, 2020

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "Within 20 minutes of taking Bentyl 10 mg, I had blurry vision, dizziness, and depression with suicidal thoughts. Reduced my abdominal pain by about 80%, but the side effects were unbearable."

4 / 10

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Jea...
Taken for less than 1 month
April 20, 2017

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "Bentyl has helped with my nervousness and the resulting nervous indigestion. I haven't noticed any side effects."

8 / 10

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Doc...
August 29, 2016

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "This has been my savior when an IBS attack hits. I thank goodness for dicyclomine!"

10 / 10

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bla...
Taken for 1 to 6 months
August 21, 2017

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "Best meds ever for IBS with diarrhea."

10 / 10

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Hap...
February 27, 2017

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "This medication has been huge for me. I don't run to the restroom as often. My pain is way better. The only side effects I have are dry mouth, loss of appetite, and blurry vision."

8 / 10

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bs1...
April 29, 2011

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "Overall, the Bentyl works really well, but at times, the spasms get to be too much that I take a prescription pain pill along with the Bentyl. Works great."

7 / 10

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Anonymous
June 9, 2011

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "I have irritable bowel syndrome, and Bentyl seems to calm my stomach down, but does make me a little sleepy. Taking 10 mg 3 to 4 times a day."

8 / 10

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Anonymous
January 13, 2011

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "Doesn't stop the spasms completely, but does make a big difference. Does make me sleepy."

9 / 10

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