OTC options include antidiarrheals like Imodium (loperamide) and bismuth subsalicylate found in Pepto-Bismol and Kaopectate
See more Get medical help right away if you develop some of the following symptoms: fast heartbeat, hallucinations, loss of coordination, severe
How it works
high levels of serotonin in the body--agitation, hallucinations, fever, fast heart rate, overactive reflexes, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of coordination
Get medical help right away if you develop some of the following symptoms: fast heartbeat, hallucinations, loss of coordination, severe dizziness, severe nausea/vomiting/diarrhea
Diarrhea Hiccups Serotonin syndrome Arrhythmias Contacting your provider Bottom line References kazuma seki/iStock via Getty Images Plus Zofran (
Bactrim (Sulfamethoxazole) Levaquin (levofloxacin) Cipro (ciprofloxacin) Azithromycin
muscle pain or cramps
Living with the fear of unexpected, painful diarrhea can be debilitating
Ondansetron, a 5HT3 receptor antagonist, has had an excellent safety
Studies have shown that Zofran can help children keep oral fluids down rather than vomiting them up
Gastroenteritis is a common disease in children that presents predominantly with vomiting and diarrhea
There are also over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medications Eat smaller meals, more frequently
Erythromycin may lose its effectiveness over time, and can cause side effects, such as diarrhea
The most common way to develop viral gastroenteritis — often called stomach flu — is through contact with an infected person or by consuming contaminated food or water
Ondansetron is used to prevent nausea and vomiting that is caused by cancer medicines (chemotherapy) or radiation therapy
The manufacturer of Mounjaro says that the most common side effect is feeling nauseous
Antispasmodics or anticholinergic agents may help relieve the abdominal pain of irritable bowel syndrome
The medication Zofran (ondansetron) may also help provide relief for people with IBS with the main symptoms of diarrhea and bowel urgency
Give 25 to 50 ml (a little less than 1 to 2 ounces) of ORS per pound of body weight over 2-4 hours
If you have trouble getting the prep down, antinausea medications may help
The study by Garsed et al 1 is the first large RCT to show significantly improved stool consistency, less frequent defecation, and less urgency and bloating from using Pepto-Bismol for upset stomach