In Reply to: So Immodium is a no-no, but posted by Julle84 on Friday, 7. January 2005 at 11:07 Bali Time:
Have been back in Oz for a few days and had the belly for over a week,first time I have had it after many bali/indo trips.
Although I got it in Java and I was rather relaxed in what I ate and laid back about using the water to brush my teath this time..getting cocky.
Went to the chemist back here thinking maybee we have something better to use here,explained my situation,he seemed to know what he was talking about,and even though I told him ive heard immodium is basically a plug in the bum,he convinced me not,and also gave me some electrolites too help with fluid loss salts ect.
And well days latter after only taking the tablets on first day,I still havent gone to the toilet but I still have not bad but stomach cramps...going to doctor on moday.
But i totally agree ammodium should only be used when relly needed,travel ect...
A lot better to flush the bug out of your system than trap it in although it must be said I think it is important to take electrolites to replace salts and help with dehidration and to drink lots of bottled water rest and keep out of the sun.
I know next time i will be :)