Antidiarrheals
You're at a lunch meeting or on a date, and suddenly—you've really, really got to go. Diarrhea can be caused by a number of triggers, from spoiled food to certain medications. Luckily, relief may only be a pharmacy trip away. Antidiarrheals may reduce the number of watery bowel movements you experience, and clear liquid beverages will help replace the fluids you've lost. Also see upset stomach remedies.
| Product Name | Percent of Pharmacists' Votes |
|---|---|
| Imodium A-D |
92%
|
| Pepto Bismol |
5%
|
| Kaopectate |
3%
|
See Other Stomach and GI Products
Upset Stomach Remedies
An upset stomach has plagued us all at some point, and will likely do so again. We just have to watch what we eat, wash our hands to prevent infections...
Antacids
Does that spicy burrito you just ate make it feel like your chest is on fire? Certain foods, including chocolate and coffee, as well as alcohol and...
Antiflatulence Products
The average person passes gas 13 to 21 times per day, according to the National Institutes of Health. While passing gas is normal, it's sometimes...
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