Anti-diarrhoea tablets

Diarrhoea is caused by a range of things, such as food poisoning or a stomach virus, and can happen without warning. It’s a good idea to keep an anti-diarrhoea medicine at home.

Anti-diarrhoea remedies can quickly control the symptoms of diarrhoea, although they don’t deal with the underlying cause.

The most common anti-diarrhoea is loperamide, sold under the namesImodium, Arret and Diasorb, among others. It works by slowing down the action of your gut.

Don’t give anti-diarrhoea medicines to children under 12 as they may have undesirable side effects. Speak to your GP or pharmacist for advice about a child with these symptoms