AntibioticsDepending on which germ caused the food poisoning, an antibiotic is required in severe cases. This must be prescribed by a doctor.
Antidiarrheal drugs that inhibit intestinal movement should be avoided if possible in the event of food poisoning, as the body then cannot get rid of the germs.
Coke and pretzel sticks The well-known home remedy for diarrhea is not really good. Because the cola contains far too much sugar, which can even aggravate the symptoms, and the pretzel sticks lack potassium, which would also be important in diarrhea in addition to table salt.
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