HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients
Book a video visit
HealthTap
Telehealth
A member asked:

I am having a lot of diarrhea and i just recently found out i am pregnant. what medication over the counter is safe that i can take? thanks!

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Hydration: Fortunately most cases of diarrhea do not require medication as they quickly resolve. Cases that do not resolve should be investigated by your doctor. Staying hydrated is key.

Answered 7/25/2020

916 views

Thank

Related Questions

A member asked:

Dx with c.diff. Taking antibiotics, is there anything over-the-counter that's safe to help relieve symptoms? Still got diarrhea and pain 4 days later

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

8 month old vomiting and loose stools for past 5 days. Have over the counter medication but not seem to be working. Should I wait this out? Baby not able to eat without vomiting but okay to drink breastmilk. No temp?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

I'm 18 weeks pregnant. I ate something last night that upset my stomach, so now I have diarrhea and stomach ache. What over-the-counter med can I take?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

Can i take over-the-counter medication for allergy while pregnant? If so, what is safe?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

What over-the-counter medications are safe to take for allergies, during the 6th month of pregnancy? And is there any recommendations of food I should eat more and anything I should do to help me get better?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more

People also searched for:

Hello, My Dad is 68 years old and has diabetes and had a heart attack last year. Since yesterday, he has had diarrhea and feeling very weak. Should I take him to the hospital or try some over the counter medication first? Thank you
I have tummy aches, diarrhea and nausea. I am 4 weeks pregnant. What can I take over the counter to help with it? Thanks
What is the best over the counter medication for diarrhea and stomach cramping? The cramping is very painful and the diarrhea is very persistent.. Like every 3 minutes.
Been dealing with ibs with diarrhea for years. On again and off again. Going through a spell now. What can I take daily to help over the counter?
I am 5 month pregnant I have a virus or something I am vomiting diarrhea & nausea is their a over-the-counter meds i can take n/a

Telemedicine

Primary Care
Manage Your Conditions
Women's Health
Children's Health
Men's Health
Senior Health
Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle
Sexual Health
Mental & Behavioral Health
Travel Medicine
Urgent Care
Ask your question
Didn't find what you're looking for?

90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.

Ask your question

More of what we treat

Allergies
Antibiotics
Asthma
High Blood Pressure
Prescriptions
Type 2 Diabetes
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HealthTap
HIPAA logo
HIPAASecure
Soc 2 Type 2 logo
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHO Accredited
JCAHOAccredited
Member App

Download HealthTap

Video visit and message your doctor

Member App QR Code
Play Store Member LinkApp Store Member Link

Questions?

+1 (888) 828-0841support@healthtap.com
LinkedInTwitter
HomeTermsPrivacyCookiesDMCAHealth TopicsDoctors DirectoryDoctor Q&A by Specialty
Copyright 2026 HealthTap, Inc.