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Home remedies/medicines that clear up diarrhea from stomach bug fast?!

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Diarrhea: Eat lots of rice, banana, dry toast, apple sauce and bland things. Nothing fried or greasy. Avoid milk and milk products.

Answered 10/18/2013

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