Zelnorm Not Approved by FDA June 21, 2001
Zelnorm was not approved by the US FDA as expected, but instead is up for further review.

New IBS Drug on the Horizon May 28, 2001
A new drug for the treatment of constipating Irritable Bowel Syndrome could be approved by the FDA in a matter of weeks.

Family History and IBD Increase Colon Cancer Risk May 27, 2001
New research suggests that having two risk factors may further increase the chances of developing colon cancer.

Crohn's Disease Gene Found May 21, 2001
In two new studies being published later this month, researchers have discovered the gene that increases a person's susceptibility to develop Crohn's Disease.

Certain Groups at Higher Risk of Colon Cancer Februrary 13, 2001
A new study indicates that some people are at a higher risk of developing the deadliest form of colon cancer.

IBS Caused By Bacteria? Dec 13, 2000
Researchers have discovered that Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) symptoms may be lessened in some patients after a course of antibiotics.

Colon Cancer Linked to Cigarette Smoking Dec 6, 2000
We all know that cigarette smoking can contribute to lung and other cancers. A new study by the American Cancer Society says that those who smoke also face a 34-43% higher risk of dying from colon cancer.

Lotronex Pulled From Market Nov 29, 2000
After meetings with Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Glaxo Wellcome has made the decision to pull Lotronex (alosetron hydrochloride) from the market.

Death Reports Prompt Another FDA Probe Of Lotronex Oct 31, 2000
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is reviewing the safety of Lotronex after reports that five women died after using the medication.

New DNA Test for Colon Cancer Oct 25, 2000
A new, non-invasive DNA test for colon cancer could help more people get tested.

Studies Suggest Eating Garlic Protects Against Cancers Oct 5, 2000
A new study suggests eating garlic may help prevent colorectal cancer - but supplements don't have the same effect.

You've Got Your Mother's Eyes -- and Her Upset Stomach Sept 22, 2000
New evidence that suggests that Irritable Bowel Syndrome may be inherited.

Olive Oil May Ward Off Bowel Cancer Sept 19, 2000
Good news about olive oil: it may help reduce your risk of colon cancer.

Pain Relievers Unsafe for Inflammatory Bowel Disease Sept 7, 2000
Researchers are now concluding that it may not be safe for people with Inflammatory Bowel Disease to take pain relievers without close supervision.

Tests to Begin on New Video Pill Aug 31, 2000
A company in Israel is ready to start testing a new pill which contains a tiny camera. When swallowed, the M2A Swallowable Imaging Capsule designed by Given Imaging will send images of the intestinal tract.

Tougher Warnings on Lotronex Aug 25, 2000
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is requiring stricter warnings and consumer-friendly information about side effects be distributed for the Glaxo Wellcome drug Lotronex, which is used for Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

St. John’s Wort May Interfere With Some Prescription Drugs Aug 09, 2000
It was discovered that St. John's Wort may interfere with some prescription drugs including indinavir (used to treat HIV), and cyclosporine (used for organ transplant rejection and for Inflammatory Bowel Disease).

'Good' Bacteria Controls Pouchitis Aug 07, 2000
Italian researchers are reporting that high doses of probiotics can help inflammation in the small intestine known as pouchitis.

FDA Approves New Drug for Ulcerative Colitis July 25, 2000
A new drug, COLAZAL (balsalazide disodium) has been approved by the FDA for use in mild to moderate Ulcerative Colitis.

Sigmoidoscopy Misses Colon Cancers July 20, 2000
Two studies show that cancer and potentially cancerous polyps can elude detection when the colon cancer screening is done by sigmoidoscopy.

Are Generic Drugs As Good? July 19, 2000
Generic drugs are often cheaper than brand name drugs, and supposedly just as effective. But are these claims true?.

Emotions may Affect Irritable Bowel Syndrome July 11, 2000
Two new studies suggest that IBS may be affected by emotional and mental states.

FDA Recommends Approval of Zelmac for IBS in Women June 27, 2000
The US Food and Drug Administration recommended the approval of Zelmac to treat abdominal pain and constipation in women with Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

Dry Mouth May Complicate Medical Conditions, Experts Say June 7, 2000
Illness, damage to salivary glands, and drug side-effects can result in an inadequate supply of saliva in the mouth. Dry mouth is a common problem, especially in the elderly who take several medications.

Bottled, Filtered Or Tap: Which Water Is Healthiest? June 6, 2000
The debate over water continues, as brands of bottled water begin adding fluoride and minerals such as magnesium sulfate, potassium chloride and salt.

Growth Hormone, Methotrexate Used to Treat Crohn's Disease May 31, 2000
An article published in the June 1st issue of The New England Journal of Medicine reports that human growth hormone and methotrexate could be beneficial in treating Crohn's disease

New Capsule Endoscope Developed in the UK May 24, 2000
Researches in the UK have developed a camera small enough to fit in a pill. When swallowed it can take pictures of the digestive tract.

Father's Use of Bowel Drug Linked to Pregnancy Disorders April 04, 2000
A study in the March issue of the American Journal of Gastroenterology reported that men who take the immunosuppressive 6-MP in the three months prior to conception have a greater risk of fathering babies with birth defects.