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Diarrhoea

Diarrhoea is common and is often caused by a stomach bug and should stop in a few days.

You can usually treat yourself or your child at home. The most important thing is to have lots of fluids to avoid dehydration.

A pharmacist can help if:

  • you or your child (over 5 years) have signs of dehydration – such as dark, smelly pee or peeing less than usual
  • you need to stop diarrhoea for a few hours

They may recommend:

  • oral rehydration sachets you mix with water to make a drink
  • medicine to stop diarrhoea for a few hours (like loperamide) – not suitable for children under 12
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