Imodium A-D (loperamide) is an over-the-counter (OTC) drug for treating diarrhea, including traveler’s diarrhea. Imodium A-D is available as a generic drug. It’s approved for use in adults and ...

Medications to treat diarrhea in adults include over-the-counter remedies, such as loperamide and bismuth subsalicylate. People with an underlying health condition or infection may need prescription ...

Probiotics are available in many different species and strengths. Some studies suggest probiotics may help with certain types of diarrhea, but others indicate they have little effect. Probiotics are ...

Treatment for gastroenteritis is mainly rest and staying hydrated. One type of antacid may be helpful for diarrhea. Gastroenteritis is also known as the stomach flu. It causes nausea, stomach pain, ...

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When you have diarrhea, it's recommended that you eat a short-term diet of bland, "binding" foods, such as potatoes, to ease symptoms. One of the most familiar is the BRAT diet (which stands for ...