[Vamplady]

I was wondering if anyone has experienced a change in their BM color after changing medications?I started back on Effexor XR and noticed my stools are lighter in color. Is this normal?

 

[Guest]

Vamplady - couldn't tell you specifically cos I'm not on any medication - have never been prescribed any and I've had IBS for over 10 years - however, my BM colours are like an ever-changing rainbow - pale brown, greenish, two tone - you name it. But seriously, as long as its not streaked with blood, or very claylike (which I think could indicate a liver disfunction but don't quote me cos I'm not medical) - I think a range is fairly normal, as is a range in consistency. I would also guess that, like a change in diet etc, surely a change in medication might very well precipitate a change in BM.Good luckSue

 

[17176]

hi vamplady, yes i was told that this is perfectly normal i am on effexor and noticed a change in stool colour

 

[Vamplady]

Well I work in a gastro doctors office which has a hepatologist and she said its more likely the Colestid I take. Whew!Joolie how long have you been on Effexor and what kind of experience have you had?

 

[17176]

vamp i have been on effexor for about 7 months, i dont think ive had any probs with it, however i have heard that it can make you put on a lot of weight..