Drugs for diarrhea in adults: types, description, dosage

Diarrhea is feces of a mushy substance or very liquid with a frequency of more than three times and accompanied by an emergency urge to go to the toilet, abdominal pain.

Diarrhea is acute and prolonged. The acute form of the disease affects almost 2 billion people a year, chronic diarrhea occurs in 13% of the world's population.

Causes of intestinal upset

1. Neurosis, depressed mood or depression, stressful condition.
2. Poisoning, which can be triggered by the use of poor quality products with an expired shelf life.
   

   Food Poisoning Symptoms

3. Change of residence, drinking water.
4. Excessive consumption of fatty, spicy or acidic foods is the cause of the development of such pathology as irritable bowel.
   

   Irritable bowel syndrome

5. Lactose intolerance.
6. Inflammatory processes.
7. Intestinal flu.
   

   Intestinal flu

8. Side effects of some medications.
9. Enzyme deficiency (pancreatitis), gallbladder disease.
10. Intolerance to certain foods.
11. Tumor growths such as polyps, diverticula in the stage of inflammation, adenocarcinoma can provoke an abdominal disorder.

Infections that cause diarrhea

1. Viral - enteroviruses, rotavirus, adenovirus.
   

   Enteroviruses

2. Bacterial causes diseases such as dysentery, salmonellosis, cholera, escherichiosis.
   

   Escherichiosis

3. Fungal lesions of the intestine.
   

   Intestinal candidiasis

Note. Before starting treatment for diarrhea, you need to be tested and diagnosed in order to find the right drug. Especially it is not worth delaying the trip to the doctor if the diarrhea does not stop within 3-4 days even after taking the medication.

Antidiarrheal drugs

All medicines from the principle of their action can be divided into 5 large groups:

• probiotics;
• enterosorbents;
• antibiotics;
• drugs that help inhibit intestinal motility;
• other remedies for bowel disorders.

Antimicrobial drugs

If diarrhea is triggered by an infection, then for treatment it is necessary to select antibiotics from the group of fluoroquinolones, intestinal antiseptics, sulfonamides.

"Ciprofloxacin"

This antibiotic belongs to fluoroquinolones. It is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative aerobic bacteria. Ciprofloxacin is slightly toxic, well tolerated by patients for the treatment of infectious diarrhea, for example, against dysentery, and salmonellosis.

Dosage and course of administration depend on the severity of the disease and is determined by the attending physician. The tablets should be taken before meals and washed down with water. You can not change the dosage and stop the course of taking the medication at the first signs of improvement in well-being.

The standard dosage is from 250 to 500 mg, in severe cases, it is permissible to take 750 mg of the drug for a duration of 5 to 15 days to a month.

Contraindications:

• pregnancy and lactation;
• epilepsy;
• lactose intolerance;
• age limit. "Ciprofloxacin" can be used only after 18 years;
• severe diseases and damage to the kidneys and liver;
• atherosclerosis.

Analogs: "Tsiprovin", "Tsifrovan", "Flaprox".

Side effects:

• dizziness, unreasonable headache;
• shaking or tremors of the hands or feet;
• nervous overexcitement;
• fatigue;
• extremely rare: nausea, vomiting, gait disturbance, depression, increased liver samples, decreased hemoglobin.

Ofloxacin

An antibacterial drug of the fluoroquinolone group. The medicine neutralizes a wide range of bacteria.

Indications for use: therapy of infectious or inflammatory processes in the abdominal cavity, including the biliary tract and the gastrointestinal tract.

Analogs: Tarivid, Zoflox, Zanocin, Floxan, Ofloxin and Oflo.

Application. The average daily intake of this medication is up to 400 mg. This dosage can be taken 2 times with a large amount of water. The course of treatment for salmonellosis is 10 days.

Contraindications:

• pregnancy;
• lesions of the central nervous system;
• atherosclerosis.

Side effects:

• vomiting, often nausea;
• allergic reactions.

Sulfonamides

The most common medicine from this group is "Phthalazol". It has a bacteriostatic effect on the pathogenic flora of the intestine, has a wide range of action against microbes, it is especially active against gram-negative and gram-positive microscopic organisms and infectious agents intestines.

Indications for use - this is dysentery, various colitis, prevention of infections after bowel surgery, gastroenteritis.

Application: dosage according to disease and age. The daily dosage for adults is 0.5 to 1 g. This volume of medication must be evenly distributed over 6 doses. The treatment is carried out strictly according to the indicated scheme, necessarily with a course.

This drug has almost no side effects, the exception is allergic reactions that can be caused by the components of the drug.

Contraindications:

• hepatitis;
• Graves' disease;
• with caution should be taken by persons with kidney problems.

Intestinal antiseptics

Medicines of this group have an antimicrobial effect, but at the same time do not disturb the balance of microflora in the intestine, do not cause dysbiosis.

"Nifuroxazide"

This intestinal antiseptic is prescribed to eliminate loose stools caused by gram-positive bacteria.

Indications for use: intestinal infections in acute form, colitis, dysbiosis, complications of an infectious nature after surgical interventions.

Contraindications: allergy to the constituent drugs.

Dosage specified in the instructions. The average daily dose of the drug should be selected taking into account the patient's age. You can take it both before and after meals. The course of taking the medicine is 7 days. The same time intervals must be observed between doses of the medication. Dosage: 2 tablets every 6 hours (4 times a day).

The drug is well tolerated and does not have undesirable side effects.

"Intetrix"

This intestinal antiseptic kills the simplest microorganisms, amoebae. Has antiprotozoal, antibacterial and antifungal effects. The medicine is effective against salmonella, staphylococcus, and is effective against E. coli. It is prescribed for intestinal amebiasis.

The medicine is almost not absorbed into the stomach lining, but is concentrated in the intestines, thereby enhancing its medicinal properties.

Available in capsule form. The course of treatment is 10 days. Dosage per day - 2 capsules, morning and evening.

Contraindications:

• allergy to the constituent drugs;
• liver failure;
• pregnancy.

Side effects:

• decreased vision;
• rashes on the epidermis;
• pigment erythema.

Antifungal medicines

Nystatin

This antifungal antibiotic is especially effective against Sandida (a genus of fungi).

Indications for use: candidiasis in the lower intestine.

Contraindications:

• pancreatitis;
• liver disease;
• pregnancy;
• stomach ulcer.

Dosage. When treating the intestines with fungi, Nystatin can be taken even before meals, even after. The dosage should be adjusted according to age. Recommendations are in the instructions for the drug. Nystatin can be taken by children. Dosage for adults 500,000 units up to 8 times a day. Children under 3 years old need to take the medicine 4 times a day, 250,000 units, for a child over three years old, a single dosage can be increased to 500,000 units.

The course of treatment is 14 days. If necessary, the treatment can be repeated.

Side effects:

• vomiting, often nausea;
• itching of the epidermis;
• temperature increase.

If severe side effects appear, the drug should be canceled or the dosage reduced.

Effective fast-acting drugs. Enterosorbents

A drug	Description	Recommendations
Activated carbon	Pills are taken for diarrhea caused by poisoning, intestinal disorders.	Reception is contraindicated for ulcers, intestinal bleeding.
"Filtrum STI"	It is indicated if diarrhea is caused by poisoning, salmonellosis, dysentery, allergies. Adults are prescribed 3 tablets (immediately for 1 dose) up to 4 times a day.	Do not use for intestinal atony, duodenal ulcer, stomach.
"Polysorb MP"	The drug helps when the cause of diarrhea is not identified, it is effective for poisoning, intestinal disorders. The dosage depends on the patient's weight. The drug is mixed with water and taken orally.	Not prescribed for intestinal atony, bleeding, peptic ulcer disease.

Important: before choosing a particular drug, consult a specialist. In the course of treatment, always strictly follow the instructions and do not exceed the dose of the drug.

Probiotics for diarrhea

Name	Description
"Khilak forte"	Produced in the form of drops, applied internally. The remedy is effective for diarrhea, flatulence, indigestion. Adults are prescribed three times a day, a maximum of 60 drops.
"Bifiform"	The drug for dysbiosis, it helps well with diarrhea, gastrointestinal disorders. The daily rate is up to 4 capsules.
"Lactobacterin"	Prescribed for dysbiosis, intestinal dysfunction, colitis. For diarrhea, tablets are taken half an hour before meals three times a day. The dosage and route of administration may vary depending on the cause of the diarrhea. A doctor's consultation is required.

Folk remedies

Plants with medicinal power can effectively replace pharmaceuticals in the treatment of diarrhea.

Advantages:

• medicinal plants act softer, since they do not contain synthetic elements, therefore, there are no side factors;
• phytopreparations have a cumulative effect, their effect continues even after the termination of treatment;
• decoctions of herbs help restore fluid balance in the body, and dehydration occurs during diarrhea;
• herbal collection and medication can be combined;
• medicinal herbs have a pronounced polyvalence, they treat not only diarrhea, but also eliminate other pathologies in the body.

1. Hawthorn. This plant has excellent astringent properties. A decoction of berries, 5 g per glass of boiling water, has a pleasant taste. After preparing the infusion, he should be allowed to brew for 30 minutes, and then take 80 g of infusion 3 times a day.

2. Walnut partitions. An alcoholic tincture is prepared at the rate of 300 g of partitions per 250 g of alcohol. Infused for 3 days. This remedy is so effective that you must immediately stop drinking it as soon as the intestinal upset disappears, otherwise you will have to look for laxatives. You need to drink the tincture 4 times a day, a few drops.

3. Aspen buds. I harvest them in early spring. Broth: a mill of liquid and 1 tablespoon of kidneys. Drink the infusion before each meal, 3 or 4 times a day.

4. Blueberry. This berry has long been famous for its strengthening properties for bowel disorders. It can be eaten fresh or prepared from dried berries.

5. The same pharmacological effect has pomegranate peel. They need to be dried and the broth prepared in the same way.

Treating diarrhea with herbs

Ingredients	Method of preparation and reception of the broth
1. Collection of geranium, wormwood, dill seeds, St. John's wort	To prepare the broth you will need: 1 spoonful of the collection in a glass of boiling water. Before taking the herb, you need to insist, and then strain the solution. The collection should be taken before meals, 3-4 times a day.
2. Burnet	The broth is prepared from the roots of the plant. It helps with diarrhea and colitis. Preparation: Pour 2 teaspoons with a glass of hot water. We insist the broth for 30 minutes, and give the patient 3 times a day, the dosage is 2 tbsp. spoons
3. Chicory (stems)	To prepare a medicinal broth, you need several branches of herbs with a glass of boiling water and leave for 5 minutes under a lid. After that, the broth should be drunk in small sips.
4. St. John's wort	To prepare the infusion you need 1 tbsp. pour a spoonful of herbs with a glass of boiling water and leave for 40 minutes. Drink 1/3 cup infusion 3 times a day for 15-20 minutes. before eating.
5. Woodworm	The juice of the plant is used to treat diarrhea. In order to get it, you need to scroll through a meat grinder and squeeze the juice out of the resulting gruel using gauze. Take 2-3 tablespoons 3 times a day.
6. Bearberry	To prepare a decoction, you will need 50 grams of herbs and half a liter of water. Boil the herb for 2 minutes. You need to take the infusion in 1 tbsp. spoon 2 times a day after meals.
7. Plantain	For treatment, the leaves of the plant must be brewed like tea and drunk. As a rule, relief comes after 20 minutes.
8. Horse sorrel	To prepare a medicinal decoction, plant seeds are required. One tablespoon of seeds should be brewed with a glass of boiling water and insisted under the lid for 1 hour. Drink half a glass on an empty stomach.
9. Gathering from cinquefoil, plantain and knotweed	To prepare the broth, you need 2 tablespoons of the herb, pour 400 ml of boiling water and insist for 30 minutes. After that, you need to drink 100 ml of the broth 20-30 minutes before meals. Frequency rate of admission - 4 times a day.

Today, there is a huge selection of drugs on the market to combat diarrhea, but do not forget that only a doctor can find out the cause of the problem and choose the most optimal treatment option.

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