Question 1

What should i take for upset stomach and diarrhea?

Accepted Answer

For those who have short-lived mild diarrhea, one may take kaopectate (kaolin and pectin) or peptobismol.  Eat a bland diet and drink sips of fluid, preferably something with electrolytes (ex: pedialyte).  However if one is throwing up, has 3 or more violent episodes of profuse watery diarrhea, is lightheaded; then that person may need go to the er as IV fluids may be needed +/- antibiotics, if found to be bacterial.

Question 2

Having to poop after meals and upset stomach. lots of loose stools plus loss of appetite. could it be stress? i have been under a lot of stress lately

Accepted Answer

There are numerous possibilities here and an evaluation would have to be rather extensive.  See a gastroenterologist if necessary. Yes, "stress" may create physical manifestations with the GI tract as a target (called somatization), but before making that assumption you should be sure it is nothing more serious. You might try eating unpasteurized yogurt 2 or 3 times a day. Sometimes helps. Best.

Question 3

For one week i've had stringy orange loose stools that smells like rotten eggs and often an upset stomach. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Would see your doc. Most common cause is infection.

Question 4

I had threadworms 2 months ago.. today ive had an upset stomach and loose stools.. found several dead worms. are these old ones or am i reinfected?

Accepted Answer

You probably need another round of treatment, common, check this link for more information , good luck 
http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Threadworms/Pages/Treatment.aspx

Question 5

I am taking a zpack and on day 3, i have an upset stomach and some diarreha, can i take pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate)?

Accepted Answer

There are no known interactions between azithromycin (Z-pak) and Pepto Bismol (bismuth subsalicylate). To reduce upset stomach and diarrhea, take the z-pak with food, like a large meal such as dinner. You can also take Immodium AD to minimize diarrhea. After you finish the antibiotics, your upset stomach and diarrhea should go away in a few days. If not, see your doctor.

Question 6

Can i take pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) for my upset stomach, diahrrea, nausea etc. if i'm taking prilosec for gerd?

Accepted Answer

There were no interactions found in our database between pepto-bismol maximum strength and Prilosec otc
however, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult with your doctor or pharmacist.

Question 7

What can i take for upset stomach and diarrhea? im currently 5 months pregnant.

Accepted Answer

for now, if continues or run temp 101 or higher, or increasing abdominal pain. let your OB doctor know.

Question 8

What can i take for upset stomach and diarrhea while breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Women who are breast-feeding should avoid drugs that contain bismuth, such as pepto-bismol. Imodium (loperamide) is probably safe. for mild upset stomach and diarrhea, the best approach is to keep drinking water and eat simple easy-to-digest foods such as the brat diet (bananas, rice, applesauce, toast). See a doctor if you are vomiting, having bloody diarrhea, fever or chills.

Question 9

My wife is 7months preg. she has upset stomach and diarrhea is there anything she can do or take for this?

Accepted Answer

First of all, it is important that she keep well hydrated.  Start with ice chips then on to clear liquids like broth or ginger ale if she can tolerate it.  After that she should stick to a very bland diet like rice, applesauce, dry toast for a few days.  She can try over the counter Immodium AD for the diarrhea.   If she is unable to tolerate any orals, she may need iv fluids.

Question 10

Its dangerous to drink and take antabuse (disulfiram) together, so why can't they just give a regular pill that gives you upset stomach, diarrhea, ect.?

Accepted Answer

Number of medications that can be used to assist with stopping alcohol use. I have found that auricular (ear) acupuncture is particularly helpful for decreasing cravings.

What should I take for upset stomach and diarrhea