Our data suggest that some patients take Probiotic for IBS, Gastrointestinal Gas, Candida, Constipation, Yeast Infection, Thrush and Ulcerative Colitis, although this is not an approved use*. In addition, it is approved for Diarrhea and Bloating.
Fibromyalgia is NOT an autoimmune disease. The cause of fibromyalgia is unknown. Persons who have other diseases may be more likely to have fibromyalgia. These diseases include rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and ankylosing spondylitis.
The most well-studied antidepressants for fibromyalgia include duloxetine (Cymbalta), milnacipran ( Savella), and venlafaxine (Effexor). Cymbalta and Savella are specifically FDA-approved to treat fibromyalgia. There is less medical research to show that Effexor helps fibromyalgia.