Please stop taking any further doses of loperamide or antimicrobials for now. Overusing anti-motility medications can trap harmful bacteria in your gut. Instead, focus on rehydration, which is the most important step. Drink Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS) solution, coconut water, or salted rice water after every loose stool to replenish lost fluids. You can also take a probiotic supplement to support your gut recovery. Eat simple, bland foods like bananas, curd-rice, or toast. If you develop a high fever, severe abdominal pain, blood in your stool, or cannot keep fluids down due to vomiting, please consult a doctor immediately for a proper prescription.

Yes, you can eat an apple, but it is best to peel and cook it first (like applesauce). Raw apples with skin contain insoluble fiber that can irritate your bowel, whereas cooked, peeled apples contain pectin, which helps firm up your stool. To treat diarrhea, the most crucial step is staying hydrated using Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS). For symptom relief, generic medications like Loperamide can help reduce bowel frequency, and probiotics can restore healthy gut bacteria. Rest your stomach by eating bland foods like rice or bananas. If your symptoms last over 48 hours, or if you develop a fever, please consult a doctor.