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Loose motions after dengue fever
My wife is diagnosed with dengue 7 days before now she is dengue negative...we take her to our home...now she is having loose motions and very weekness ...I am giving him ors ...and she is on viral fever medicine...is there any medicine I can give him to stop loose motions... please name ...she is already dengue negative 2 days back
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Tab.Loperamide 2mg (1-0-1) after food
ORS sachet in 1Litre warmed water
This has to be done for 5 days
If not recovered review with investigations like
CBC
Stool routine
Serum electrolytes
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She is in recovery phase...give her enerzal powder in poace of ors...you can also give some probiotics like econorm or enterogermina one ampule per day...
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Post-dengue diarrhea is common during recovery phase. Weakness is expected after dengue. Continue ORS for hydration. For loose motions, can add Loperamide or probiotics. If not improving in 2-3 days or develops severe symptoms, see doctor for stool tests.
Next Steps
Continue ORS frequently Add probiotic like Econorm sachets Consider Loperamide if severe diarrhea Eat bland diet - bananas, rice, toast Monitor platelet count once more Rest adequately
Health Tips
Post-dengue recovery takes 1-2 weeks. Diarrhea and weakness are normal. If blood in stool, high fever, or severe abdominal pain develop, seek immediate care. Stay hydrated.
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Sachet sporlac twice a day
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since the patient has been advised to be taken home, it most likely indicates that the Platelet count is increasing, usually when this happens in a dengue patient, it lovely suggests that the patient is improving and there is nothing to be afraid as of now.
considering dengue, there is no curative medicine for the disease and is only treated by symptomatically managing the conditions.
Next Steps
1. hydration of the patient is very important and advised to drink plenty of oral fluids
2. for loose motion T. RACECADOTRIL 100MG 1-1-1
feel free to reach out for any further clarification
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Continue giving ORS often.
For loose motions:
Racecadotril (Racigyl/Hidrasec) 100 mg – 1 capsule three times daily before food.
Sporolac tablets thrice a day.
Give light food and zinc 20 mg once daily.
If motions are severe or she feels very weak consult a doctor.
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It could be due to antibiotic consumption.
Take any antacid tablet in the morning.
You may start on probiotic.
Consult online to discuss further
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What medicine you are taking plz mention.. in dengue fever platelet count is important.. please go for a CBC check..inform sos
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Could be due to the medicines she has been using.Give her enough fluids, probiotic like enterogermina twice daily and racecadrotil 100 mg to stop diarrhea
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Share your medicine prescription and investigations. Till then take some probiotics and ors
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It can be with doses of antibiotics any questions you can ask me on practo with me .
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Too much antibiotics may lead to diarrhea... Consult your physician who prescribed you those drugs... Or else post your prescription here or else consult me..
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If you want to discuss your problem in more detail, feel free to message me on WhatsApp at nine one one nine two five five six nine nine for a free detailed discussion
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Just give her more of liquids. She would be fine. Still if you have any queries, kindly consult with me on 94 two six 86 seven eight 96.
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Tell the detail history.. Is any dehydration present
Any other symptoms?
You can take ors
Tab zedott 100 mg bd 3 days
T vizylac bd 3 da ys
You can take soup, coconut water, adequate fluids
But please contact me.. Wtsp nine zero seven two two zero seven zero nine three
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Hello, I am Dr. Romain Rajan, General Physician.
Your case has been allotted to me.
I understand your concern. After dengue recovery, it is quite common to feel severe weakness, body ache, and occasional loose motions, as the intestines and liver remain sensitive for a few days even after the virus clears. This post-viral phase can last a week or more.
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Advices
Continue giving ORS after every loose stool to prevent dehydration.
Give soft, light diet â rice, dal, banana, curd, khichdi, coconut water.
Avoid milk, spicy or oily food for 3 to 4 days.
What to Monitor
Frequency of loose motions and urine output.
Any signs of dizziness, vomiting, or persistent fever.
Management
You may give Racecadotril 100 mg capsule twice daily (after meals) for 2 to 3 days to control loose motions, provided there is no vomiting or severe abdominal pain. Continue ORS and rest. A vitamin B-complex or energy supplement like Electral or Glucon-D can help with recovery.
When to Consult a Doctor Immediately
If loose motions persist beyond 3 days or worsen.
If there is vomiting, severe weakness, or inability to eat or drink.
If fever or abdominal pain returns.
Every patientâs recovery pace after dengue varies. For accurate recovery guidance and medicine adjustments, itâs best to discuss her full report and current symptoms in detail.
ð You can reach out to me directly for this case, and also connect with me in future for any medical consultation.
I am available on Practo or on WhatsApp at 85271646 seven seven for a one-on-one consultation, where youâll receive:
A personalized recovery plan
Safe medicine guidance
Quick follow-ups to track improvement
Take care, wishing your wife a smooth and full recovery.
Best regards,
Dr. Romain Rajan
General Physician
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Give her doxy 100mg twice daily for 3 days along with curd based diet
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Enterogermina respule three times for two to three days.
Banana papaya.
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Danger signs--loose stool, vomiting. Visit any nearby hospital.
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Vizylac
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Dr. Pradeep
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3 yrs exp
New Delhi
Hello, I’m Dr. Pradeep Dahiya.
Post-dengue weakness and mild loose motions are quite common after recovery — the gut remains sensitive due to dehydration and viral inflammation. It usually settles in a few days with proper hydration and light diet.
You’re doing right by giving ORS.
You can start a probiotic like Vizylac capsule once daily for 3–5 days.
If motions are frequent or watery, Racecadotril 100 mg TDS (or 1 cap after every loose stool) helps control it safely.
Avoid antibiotics unless fever returns or stool becomes mucusy or bloody.
I can help you plan a complete post-dengue recovery regimen — including diet, hydration balance, and supplements to rebuild platelets and energy faster.
Let’s connect once for a personalized recovery plan.”
Contact : eight nine thirty 7192
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Dr. Shaikh Huzaif
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Aurangabad
Please consult
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Dr. Jitendra Kumar
General Physician
45 yrs exp
Delhi
This is viral diarrhoea.
Normally settles with only ORS / electral soln in 2 to 3 days. However cap Bifilac 1xBD for three days can be given safely.
If frequency is high Cap.Zeedott 100 one bd for two days .
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Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Take sporlac
Cap redotil 1-0-1 for 5 days
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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