Common Medications and Remedies Causing Diarrhea
Syrups for Children
Children’s syrups (anti-cough syrups, analgesics, etc.) are often sweetened with fructose or sorbitol that can induce diarrhea in children with otherwise healthy gut and especially in those with fructose malabsorption.
Fruit Syrups and Juices
Syrups or juices from apples, pears, watermelon, prunes, plumes, mango, peaches or cherries may cause diarrhea due to high sorbitol or fructose content. Check labels for fructose, sorbitol, HFCS or polyols.
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