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Is Omeprazole Advisable For Diarrhea?

I have had a bout of sickness and trots over the w/e, today the trots have got even worse. I have just squirted 5 time in 10 mins. Almost afraid to leave toilet. I do have some Omeprazole from last April which I think was for similar bout. I am male 68 and a coeliac. On v strict diet. thanks
Tue, 5 Apr 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of diarrhea which seems to be due to disturbance of electrolytic balance of body due to excessive production of acid and it could be due to food intolerance, food allergy , bacterial or viral infection. You should take small quantity of food and avoid large intake at a single time. You should avoid intake outside food. I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics like ornidazole , albendazole , omeprazole along with loperamide. You should eat light and non spicy , eat fresh fruits and vegetables and eat fruits like banana. Take oral rehydrating solution as well.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Is Omeprazole Advisable For Diarrhea?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of diarrhea which seems to be due to disturbance of electrolytic balance of body due to excessive production of acid and it could be due to food intolerance, food allergy , bacterial or viral infection. You should take small quantity of food and avoid large intake at a single time. You should avoid intake outside food. I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics like ornidazole , albendazole , omeprazole along with loperamide. You should eat light and non spicy , eat fresh fruits and vegetables and eat fruits like banana. Take oral rehydrating solution as well. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari