is there an at home remedy or a good medicine besides pepto bismol?
2006-11-11 05:27:28 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
forget home remedies and pepto bismol.
diarrhea cannot be tolerated. You need to drink lots of water and take some Imodium ad tablets. That will clear you up fast.
Take two at first then one tablet every time you experience it again not to exceed two every two hours I think it reads on the package.
Never be without that stuff ever!!!
2006-11-11 05:32:24 · answer #1 · answered by John16 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Acidophilus Take acidophilus with meals whenever you feel sanitation or water supply may be questionable. This will help build up the "friendly" bacteria in your intestines. Either a tablespoon of liquid or one to two capsules should do the trick. One good product is called Culturelle (a probiotic formula).
Apple cider vinegar For a preventive measure start taking a teaspoon of vinegar and a teaspoon of honey in a glass of water half an hour before each meal a few days before your trip. Continue this regimen during your trip.
Bismuth Subsalicylate The active ingredient found in Pepto-Bismol, bismuth subsalicylate, can be taken either after an attack or as a preventive measure. Be careful if you take aspirin regularly as Pepto-Bismol contains salicylates, which added to that in the aspirin may cause symptoms such as ringing in the ears (tinnitus).
Grapefruit seed extract Another good preventive or treatment remedy for traveler's diarrhea is grapefruit seed extract. This extract is a powerful all-around antimicrobial product and is an excellent disinfectant. This extract is very bitter, so use tablets or capsules (take 3 capsules daily) instead of the liquid. If you do use the liquid, use five drops in a glass of water. Another helpful product to carry with you is activated charcoal which is explained in more detail below.
Lemon juice Drinking the juice of a freshly squeezed lemon in a large glass of water three to five times a day will kill off the pathogens causing the diarrhea. For prevention in case there is a stomach virus going around, take 1-2 tablespoons of juice before meals.
Loperamide hydrochloride For severe cases of diarrhea, Loperamide hydrochloride (the active ingredient of Imodium A-D) can be very helpful.
Powdered cow's milk carries antibodies of the E. coli bacteria that you may take to prevent getting Montezuma's revenge. Check with your health food store.
Wine Red or white wine (6 ounces is enough) contain polyphenols, an antibacterial agent.
2006-11-11 05:49:28 · answer #2 · answered by xxilovepsr4evrxx 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are several good anti-diarrheal preparations, like pepto-bismol and Immodium. However, if you have diarrhea because of food poisoning, it is not recommended that you take anything to stop it. This prevents the toxins from being flushed out of your body. Make sure you drink plenty of water, as dehydration can be a problem.
2006-11-11 05:40:27 · answer #3 · answered by BSG 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to go to the store and pick up some Immodium aka loperimide. This is the best for diarrhea and is something you should have on hand. Pepto Bismal is the old stand by but is really not the best thing for diarrhea. Be sure to drink plenty of liquids so you don't get dehydrated.
2006-11-11 05:33:51 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ice water. If that doesn't work, then go get some Imodium AD. I usually take 3 tablets instead of 2, just because I don't want to have to deal with it any longer than I have to. Best thing on the market!
2006-11-11 05:36:48 · answer #5 · answered by Laurie K 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Call your local pharmacy, they can recommend some of the over the counter products that are avialable without prescription and will know what ones work the best.
2006-11-11 05:36:44 · answer #6 · answered by judy_derr38565 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
when my kids had the rhino virus, which causes severe vomitting and diareah their doctor reccomended the BRATS diet for about 4 days. it consists of Bread, Rice, Applesauce, Toast and I dont remember what the S was. but it helps to bind your stomach or harden up the flow.
2006-11-11 05:33:44 · answer #7 · answered by ABC 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Scrape an apple with a spoon and eat it, apples contain pectin, which can help diarrhea. but I would rather take Immodium(Loperamide) it works better. A doctor can prescribe "Lomotil" if it is severe.
2006-11-11 05:38:14 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What's wrong with Pepito ? It is usually the first line of defense.
After that try Imodium.
Make sure to keep well hydrated and if it doesn't end soon, talk to your dr.
Hope you feel better soon.
2006-11-11 05:33:00 · answer #9 · answered by Cammie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Imodium AD is the best thing I have ever used, and it works fast.
2006-11-11 15:29:19 · answer #10 · answered by shadowdancr17 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋