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Oct 10, 2018

Imodium for Travel - Dehydration Tips?

Topic Explanation:
The forum topic is about using Imodium to manage high output while traveling to Mexico, where the individual will be spending time on the beach and hiking, away from bathroom facilities. The person is concerned about dehydration due to high output and is seeking advice on managing this situation.

Replies - Advice and Insights:
- Consider drinking more water, especially in dehydrating environments like airplanes or warm locations.
- Some individuals have found success in using electrolyte-rich drinks to preemptively replenish salts and minerals lost due to high output and dehydration.
- It's important to be cautious with Imodium due to the risk of constipation and blockage, and it's recommended to tailor diet and fluid intake instead.
- Some individuals have found success with prescribed medications like codeine to manage high output effectively.
- Gel tabs can be used to thicken stool and reduce output, but it's important to be cautious as they can make stool too solid and harder to empty.
- It's advisable to consult with a doctor to find the most suitable solution for managing high output while traveling.
- Some individuals have found success in using Imodium daily to regulate output and plan activities around it.
- Consider dietary adjustments, such as avoiding foods cooked with a lot of butter or oil, to manage high output effectively while traveling.
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