Browse Medications by Therapeutic Class: Antidiarrheals (Diarrhea Control)

Written by Amar Lunagaria
Pharm.D • NiHowdy Founder

Reviewed by James Wong
Pharm.D • NiHowdy Founder
Updated Jan 27, 2025
•Published Jan 15, 2025

What are Antidiarrheals (Diarrhea Control)?
How do Antidiarrheals (Diarrhea Control) work?
- Motility-reducing agents: Slow down the movement of the intestines, allowing more water to be absorbed and solidifying stools.
- Absorbents: Bind to toxins and excess fluid in the gut to reduce diarrhea.
- Probiotics: Restore healthy gut bacteria balance to improve digestion.
What conditions do Antidiarrheals (Diarrhea Control) treat?
- Acute diarrhea: Caused by infections, food intolerance, or travel.
- Chronic diarrhea: Related to conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
- Traveler's diarrhea: Often caused by bacterial or viral infections.
- Post-surgical diarrhea: After bowel surgeries or gallbladder removal.
Common medications in Antidiarrheals (Diarrhea Control)s
- Loperamide (Imodium): Slows bowel movements to reduce diarrhea.
- Bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol): Soothes the stomach and treats mild diarrhea.
- Diphenoxylate/Atropine (Lomotil): Prescription medication for more severe diarrhea.
- Probiotics (e.g., Lactobacillus): Replenish healthy gut bacteria.
- Cholestyramine: Used for bile salt-induced diarrhea after surgery or in certain conditions.
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Benefits of Antidiarrheals (Diarrhea Control)
- Quick relief from diarrhea symptoms.
- Prevention of dehydration and nutrient loss.
- Restored digestive comfort and normal bowel function.
Side effects of Antidiarrheals (Diarrhea Control)
- Constipation or bloating.
- Mild dizziness or drowsiness.
- Blackened stools (common with bismuth subsalicylate).
- Rare allergic reactions or abdominal discomfort.
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