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I am 8 weeks pregnant, would like to know if i can drink smecta, diosmectite for diarrhea?

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Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Stick to routine : Stick to routine treatments - and if you have diarrhea - check to make sure this is not an infectious diarrhea or some other reasons

Answered 10/20/2018

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A member asked:

I am 8 weeks pregnant, would like to know if i can drink smecta, diosmectite for diarrhea?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Brad Douglas answered

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