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I have had diarrhea for 24 hours; it persists even after taking the maximum adult dose of loperamide. should i go to the er?
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Yes: With as much diarrhea as you are having, you should be evaluated. You may need IV fluids if you are dehydrated. Furthermore, you need testing to see the etiology and if it needs treated with other meds.
Answered 4/8/2015
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