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Antidiarrheals

Antidiarrheals are used to relieve diarrhea. They work by reducing movement in the gastrointestinal tract.

Why are antidiarrheals prescribed?

  1. Diarrhea (75%)
  2. Heartburn (12%)
  3. Nausea (12%)

Key takeaways

Antidiarrheals are used to treat diarrhea. These medications work by slowing down the movement of your intestines, which helps to reduce the frequency and urgency of bowel movements. Antidiarrheals come in different forms, including oral tablets, liquids, and chewable tablets. Examples include loperamide (Imodium A-D), bismuth subsalicylate (Bismatrol), and crofelemer (Mytesi). Your prescriber can help you choose the form that best fits your needs.

Prices for popular Antidiarrheals medications
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loperamide

as low as$6
LOPERAMIDE treats occasional diarrhea. It works by slowing down an overactive bowel, which decreases the number of bowel movements. It belongs to a group of medications called antidiarrheals. It is often used for a short period of time.
BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE treats occasional diarrhea. It may also be used to treat the symptoms of an upset stomach including heartburn, indigestion, and gas. It belongs to a group of medications called antidiarrheals.
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Bismatrol

as low as$7
BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE treats occasional diarrhea. It may also be used to treat the symptoms of an upset stomach including heartburn, indigestion, and gas. It belongs to a group of medications called antidiarrheals.
LOPERAMIDE treats occasional diarrhea. It works by slowing down an overactive bowel, which decreases the number of bowel movements. It belongs to a group of medications called antidiarrheals. It is often used for a short period of time.
CROFELEMER treats diarrhea in people who take antiretroviral therapy (ART). It works by decreasing the amount of water in the intestines. This reduces the number of bowel movements you have.
Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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