Diarrhea

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Chemotherapy and abdominal radiation may cause diarrhea. For severe cases, your doctor may prescribe or recommend:

• Anti-diarrhea medicines such as octreotide acetate for diarrhea caused by chemotherapy
• For mild diarrhea, over the counter medicines such as loperamide (Imodium®), attapulgite (Kaopectate®) or aluminum hydroxide (Maalox®) may be recommended

While at home, combat diarrhea by:

• Avoiding caffeine, alcohol, dairy products, excessive fiber, or spicy foods
• Avoiding laxatives and stool softeners
• Drinking plenty of water or sport drinks (eight 8-ounce glasses per day) to avoid dehydration. Sport drinks contain sodium, potassium and carbohydrates
• Eat small meals throughout the day
• Include bananas, peach or apricot nectar, and mashed potatoes in your diet