Can you use Imodium with a stoma?

They recommend continuing the use of high dose loperamide (more than 16mg daily) since there is a greater risk associated with an untreated high stoma or fistula output than the risk of loperamide causing cardiac arrhythmias, but suggest that the total daily dose should be less than 80mg.

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What can a person with a stoma take for diarrhea?

The following may help to relieve diarrhea:
  • Increase you fluid intake to 2 ½ litres (10 cups) per day.
  • Take foods that may thicken stool like apple sauce, bananas, yogurt, rice and oatmeal.
  • Limit foods that may aggravate the diarrhea like prunes, prune juice, alcohol, broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts and cabbage.

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How much Imodium can I take with an ileostomy?

Loperamide is not addictive. It can be taken in doses of up to 8 tablets/capsules (16 mg) per day over long periods of time. Do not take more than 16 milligrams per day without medical advice. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to ask.

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What happens if you have diarrhea with a stoma?

In most cases, diarrhoea should begin to subside after a day or two. However, if your output is showing no signs of slowing down and you continue to feel unwell, we would strongly recommend that you contact your stoma care nurse or a healthcare professional for advice.

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What medications should be avoided with an ileostomy?

Medications that may not be absorbed adequately include certain antimicrobial agents, digoxin, mesalazine, levothyroxine, and oral contraceptives. Enteric-coated or extended-release medications should be avoided by those with an ileostomy because the medication is absorbed or partially absorbed in the colon.

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HOW TO CONTROL OSTOMY OUTPUT / OSTOMY DIARIES

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What helps with ileostomy diarrhea?

Diet and diarrhoea
  • Reduce the amount of high fibre foods in your diet e.g. beans and lentils, fruit and green vegetables.
  • Increase plain starchy foods such as rice, pasta, white bread, porridge and bananas.
  • Avoid very fatty or spicy foods, particularly those containing chilli powder.

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What should you avoid with a stoma?

Wind
  • Carbonated drinks.
  • Beer.
  • Onions and garlic.
  • Beans and pulses.
  • Some vegetables ie. Broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, Brussel sprouts.
  • Drinking through a straw, chewing gum or talking when eating and drinking can cause increased air swallowing and thus wind.

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How do you stop a watery stoma?

You may be given Loperamide (Immodium) and/or Codeine Phosphate. These help reduce the volume of fluid in your stoma/fistula. They are usually taken 4 times a day. Try to take them ½ -1 hour before meals and before bedtime.

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What irritates a stoma?

Stool irritation, product sensitivity and yeast are certainly the more common reasons for redness around the stoma.

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How do you control a watery stoma?

You can introduce foods into your diet which have a natural thickening agent, to help with the diarrhoea, such as:
  1. Starchy foods such as white bread, pasta and mashed potatoes.
  2. Marshmallows or jelly babies.
  3. Jelly.
  4. Ripe bananas.
  5. Apple sauce.
  6. Rice cakes.
  7. Banana bread.
  8. Peanut butter (smooth)

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Who Cannot take IMODIUM?

In some cases, IMODIUM® may not be the best medication to control or treat your diarrhea. Do not use if you have bloody or black stool. Ask a doctor before use if you have fever, mucus in the stool, a history of liver disease or history of abnormal heart rhythm.

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When should you not use IMODIUM for diarrhea?

Taking more Imodium than recommended can lead to dangerous heart problems. If you have any questions, ask your pharmacist or doctor. You should not use any Imodium or loperamide product if you have ulcerative colitis, bloody or tarry stools, diarrhea with a high fever, or diarrhea caused by antibiotic medication.

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How long can you leave a stoma uncovered?

Many people enjoy leaving their skin uncovered for 15 to 30 minutes after taking their pouching system off. This is called a skin break. Taking a skin break can help with irritation or keep it from happening. You can decide if you want to take a skin break.

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Why am I pooping with an ileostomy?

Phantom rectum is the feeling that you need to have a bowel movement, even though your rectum is no longer there. If the lower part of your digestive tract and anus were bypassed but not removed, the bypassed digestive tract may still produce mucus, which may leak or pass from the anus.

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What is the best thing to drink with a stoma?

Drink 8 to 10 (8-ounce) glasses (about 2 liters) of liquids throughout the day. Drink sports drinks (such as Gatorade or Powerade) and oral rehydration solutions (such as Pedialyte®), if you can. These drinks will help keep you from becoming dehydrated.

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What are the three major problems associated with having a stoma?

Overcoming common stoma problems
  • Leakage. Leakage is a big concern for many people with a stoma. Read more information about leakage and find out how to prevent leakage. ...
  • Pancaking. Pancaking is a problem for many people with a stoma. ...
  • Bleeding. Bleeding when you wipe your stoma is common and nothing to be alarmed about.

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Are bananas OK with a stoma?

A good colostomy diet during the first few weeks after surgery may include yogurt (with live and active cultures). However, not all dairy produce will be allowed. Other foods that colostomy patients tolerate well are bananas, tapioca, sticky white rice, and white toast.

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What are three signs that the stoma could be infected?

Most people with stomas may have to go through a stoma infection. However, it is a possibility that anyone with a stoma should know about it. The first sign of a stoma infection may be a pus-like discharge, unusual swelling, increasing redness, or color changes.

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How do you firm up stool for a colostomy?

Foods that Thicken Stool
  1. Applesauce.
  2. Bananas.
  3. Cheese.
  4. Pasta.
  5. Rice.
  6. Creamy peanut butter.
  7. Potato (without skin)
  8. Tapioca.

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How do I make my stoma output more solid?

Foods that are reported to help thicken the stoma output include apple sauce, bananas, buttermilk, cheese, marshmallows, jelly babies, (boiled) milk, noodles, smooth creamy peanut butter, rice, tapioca pudding, toast, potatoes and yoghurt.

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Why does my stoma bag fill up so quickly?

When the large bowel has been removed the small bowel must adapt to absorb more fluid, which it is not as effective at doing (this will improve over time). This means output from your stoma can increase.

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Can you eat Weetabix with a stoma?

You must still include fibre in your diet. Choose some foods from the following list daily: Wholemeal bread. High fibre cereal e.g. Weetabix, porridge.

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Can you eat chocolate with a stoma bag?

When introducing chocolate try small amounts to begin with to see how you tolerate it and go from there. In the early days of managing your stoma, you will be getting used to the new sounds, smells and the amount of output from your stoma.

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Can you eat chips with a stoma?

Eat 6 to 8 small meals or snacks daily, or every 2 to 3 hours. Include salty foods and snacks such as pretzels, saltine crackers, or potato chips to absorb water. of foods to limit). Avoid sugary beverages such as juice, lemonade, iced tea, or pop.

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