Diarrhea with blood thinner and blood pressure meds

Posted by grrranny @grrranny, 7 hours ago

Diarrhea is one of the possible side effects of blood thinner and blood pressure meds. Have any of you had to deal with this? I have been taking Clopidogrel (Plavix) blood thinner, plus Lisinopril and Metoprolol Tartrate for blood pressure for several months.
Now recently experiencing diarrhea, when I never before had a problem. Any ideas what to do?
What mild things to eat?

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Janell, Volunteer Mentor | @jlharsh | 5 hours ago

Uhg, no fun! While you wait for others to comment it may help to check out Mayo Clinic’s overview about diarrhea. You will find specific “home remedies” under the treatment tab:
-Drink plenty of liquids, including water, broths and juices.
-Avoid caffeine and alcohol.
-Add semisolid and low-fiber foods gradually as your stool returns to what's typical for you. Try soda crackers, toast, eggs, rice or chicken.
-Don't eat certain foods such as dairy products, fatty foods, high-fiber foods or highly seasoned foods for a few days.
-Ask about antidiarrheal medicines or probiotics

Mayo Clinic Diarrhea overview: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diarrhea/symptoms-causes/syc-20352241

Has your diet or activity level changed lately, or maybe you’ve made other drug changes like taking an antibiotic?