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When can i take immodium during a stomach flu to stop diarrhea?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

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Diarrhea : You can take immodium if you are not feverish. If there is any fever, bleeding or signs of dehydration please get to a medical advisor.

Answered 7/1/2019

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