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Celiac diagnosed with blood test & biopsy. is 12-30 imodium (loperamide) 1-2x/wk too much to stop diarrhea?
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Depends: Ok for short term, but not for long term. Must stop gluten and even casein immediately. Can take at least 6 months for gut to heal. You are likely also deficient in zinc, iron, b12, vit d and magnesium. Consider getting tested. Make sure to test rbc magnesium, not serum magnesium.
Answered 7/26/2014
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