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Suggest Remedies For Gastric Problem, Abdominal Cramps And Discomfort
Question: what otc medications will help gastroenteritis...I have cramping...some gas...no constipation or diarreah...just very uncomfortable
Brief Answer:
peptobismol. probiotics, pepcid
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Over the counter medications such as pepto bismol along with probiotics may help.
Abdominal discomfort is sometimes related to disturbance of the normal or required bacteria in the colon so using probiotics would help in this way. They can be used on their own or with yogurt with probiotics.
Both of these would be over the counter
If there is any burning or reflux symptoms , you can also consider pepcid or zantac
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
peptobismol. probiotics, pepcid
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Over the counter medications such as pepto bismol along with probiotics may help.
Abdominal discomfort is sometimes related to disturbance of the normal or required bacteria in the colon so using probiotics would help in this way. They can be used on their own or with yogurt with probiotics.
Both of these would be over the counter
If there is any burning or reflux symptoms , you can also consider pepcid or zantac
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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