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Hello there, i am planning a vacation to a tropical country in spring and would like to know the best way to get medicine for possible stomach issues that may occur during the trip?
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Charcoal; Saccharomy: Take charcoal tabs or caps after any loose BM, or take Saccharomyces prophylactically or at the very beginning of symptoms. Obviously drink only bottled water, ice you KNOW has been filtered, and fruits/vegs that have been peeled first and optimally rinsed in clean water. Some people believe spraying silver nitrate on everything works, but it is of course a liquid you may not be able to carry.
Answered 1/16/2019
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Ciprofloxacin: Ciprofloxacin is a popular antibiotic (which must be prescribed by a physician) recommended to have on board while traveling to those countries in case diarrhea becomes an issue. However it's not recommended for pregnant women or children. Other precautions include drinking only legitimate bottled water, and avoiding ice cubes,salads,fruits,food sold from carts,brushing teeth with bottled water,et
Answered 1/16/2019
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