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antidiarrheals

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antidiarrheals (an´tēdī´rē´lz),
n.pl drugs that combat diarrhea by decreasing gastrointestinal motility; may cause sedation of the central nervous system and xerostomia.


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From a Western botanical traditional approach, combining these bitters with herbal cholagogues, carminatives, antispasmodics, antimicrobials, anti-inflammatories, astringents, nerviness, adaptogens, antidiarrheals, and aperients (mild laxatives) can possibly address the multiplicity of IBS symptoms more effectively.
Although, antidiarrheals are usually effective, they may not help other symptoms such as bloating or abdominal discomfort.
CONDITIONS: No beds, no water purification kits, no chemical toilets, no antibiotics, no antidiarrheals, no medical staff designated to work at centre, no sick bay.
 
 
 
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