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A member asked:

Is severe diarrhea a common side effect of straterra?

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No: This is more associated with constipation.

Dr Holmes agreed

Answered 8/27/2012

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It can be: Try drinking some gatoraid, like a glass three times a day. It should help. Otherwise, you will probably need to discuss with your doctor lowering your dose or switching to another treatment. Good luck.

Dr Pappas and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/15/2014

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