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I have stomach pains due to having diarrhea, all i have is alka seltzer, is it ok to take with diarrhea?

Q: i have stomach pains due to having diarrhea, all i have is alka seltzer, is it ok to take with diarrhea?

: Alka Seltzer mostly helps upset stomach symptoms, but should be safe to take when you have diarrhea. Try to stay well hydrated also - water, Gatorade, Sprite, clear soups.

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Alka Seltzer mostly helps upset stomach symptoms, but should be safe to take when you have diarrhea. Try to stay well hydrated also - water, Gatorade, Sprite, clear soups.

Answered 9/6/2021

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A member asked:

I have stomach pains due to having diarrhea, all i have is alka seltzer, is it ok to take with diarrhea?

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