antidiarrheal
noun/adjective
Pronunciation: ˌæntiˌdaɪəˈriːəl
Definition
A substance used to prevent or treat loose, frequent bowel movements.
Examples
The doctor recommended an over-the-counter antidiarrheal to manage her symptoms during the flight.
Most antidiarrheal drugs work by slowing down the movement of the digestive tract.
He kept an antidiarrheal in his travel kit just in case he encountered food poisoning abroad.
Synonyms of antidiarrheal
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