disodium hydrogen citrate + glucose + potassium chloride + sodium chloride · Medicine question

Does it stop diarrhoea?

iatroX medicinesPublished 20 August 2026Reviewed 20 August 2026

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No. It reduces the risk and effects of dehydration but does not stop diarrhoea or treat its cause.

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disodium hydrogen citrate + glucose + potassium chloride + sodium chloride · Medicine question

iatroX medicinesPublished 20 August 2026Reviewed 20 August 2026

The answer

No. It reduces the risk and effects of dehydration but does not stop diarrhoea or treat its cause.

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