Medicine to stop diarrhea in adults

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about diarrhea medications.

Adults can take almost any diarrhea medication available as long as they aren’t allergic or a doctor recommends not taking it due to side effects.

These include OTC loperamide and bismuth subsalicylate, and prescription alosetron, eluxadoline, and rifaximin.

Speak with your child’s doctor before you give any diarrhea medication to children younger than 13.

Should i take imodium for diarrhea or let it run its course

Try home treatments or first aid before using any medications to treat diarrhea in babies or young children. Some forms of OTC bismuth subsalicylate, such as Kaopectate, can be effective for children with diarrhea.

Diarrhea medications can be an effective treatment for long-term or severe cases of diarrhea.

Speak with a doctor before you take diarrhea medications, especially if you’ve had diarrhea for several days or longer along with symptoms like pain, vomiting, or fever.