Does Anti-inflammatory Drug Give You Diarrhea?
Drug-induced diarrhea is loose, watery stools caused by certain medications.
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Diarrhea associated with medications
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Nearly all medications may cause diarrhea as a side effect. The medications listed below, however, are more likely to cause diarrhea.
Laxatives:
- Laxatives are meant to cause diarrhea by drawing water into the intestines or triggering muscle spasms in the intestines.
- Taking too much of a laxative can cause...
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