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By Mayo Clinic staffIf you develop antibiotic-associated diarrhea, colitis or pseudomembranous colitis, these dietary changes may help ease your symptoms:
- Drink plenty of fluids. Water is best, but fluids with added sodium and potassium (electrolytes) may be beneficial as well. Avoid carbonated beverages, citrus juices, alcohol and caffeinated drinks, such as coffee, tea and colas, which may aggravate your symptoms.
- Emphasize soft, bland, easy-to-digest foods. These include rice, plain baked potatoes, yogurt and bananas. It's best to avoid most other fruits and their juices as well as dairy foods because they can make diarrhea worse.
- Try eating several small meals. Space meals throughout the day instead of eating two or three large ones. Smaller servings are easier to digest.
- Avoid certain foods. Stay away from spicy, fatty or fried foods and any other foods that make your symptoms worse.
Also, check with your doctor first before taking anti-diarrheal medications, which may interfere with your body's ability to eliminate toxins and lead to serious complications.
