Is it safe to take medication for diarrhea while pregnant?

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What is a safe medication to take For diahrrhea when pregnant? Or is there one?

Answer 1

Yes: It is safe to take loperamid (immodium), but avoid bismuth-containing products like pepto-bismol, they contain salicylates which is an Aspirin compound and should be avoided during pregnancy.

Answer 2

Depends on medicine: Need to check with obstetrician about any medicine you need to take during pregnancy.

Answer 3

Yes: Over the counter anti diarrhea medications are safe to use. If your diarrhea is not going away after about 48 hours, you should see your doctor.

Answer 4

I don't recommend: In many cases, the way your body gets rid of the germ or substance that's causing the diarrhea to begin with is to poop it out. By using anti-diarrheals you're keeping that cause inside you, and possibly prolonging the illness. Rather, keep yourself well hydrated, avoid excessive fat or sugar which can cause more diarrhea, and take a daily probiotic to help heal your guts. You'll be better off.

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