What is the best medication for enteritis?
Disease description:
I've had abdominal pain for the past two days, accompanied by nausea and diarrhea. After visiting the hospital, I was diagnosed with enteritis. I would like to ask what medications are generally recommended for treating enteritis?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
The main categories of medications used in the treatment of enteritis include:
1. Antibiotics: For enteritis caused by bacterial infection, antibiotics are commonly used. Commonly used antibiotics include quinolones and cephalosporins. These antibiotics can effectively kill pathogenic bacteria in the intestines, thereby alleviating symptoms of enteritis.
2. Antidiarrheal agents: Such as loperamide, which can reduce the frequency of bowel movements and relieve diarrhea symptoms. It should be noted that antidiarrheal drugs should not be used in large quantities for prolonged periods, to avoid masking the underlying condition and affecting disease diagnosis and treatment.
3. Oral rehydration salts: Enteritis is often accompanied by dehydration. Oral rehydration salts can effectively replenish fluids and electrolytes, preventing and correcting dehydration.
4. Microbial ecological agents: Such as bifidobacteria and lactobacillus, which can regulate the balance of intestinal flora and promote recovery of intestinal function.
5. Mucosal protective agents: Such as montmorillonite powder, which can adsorb harmful substances in the intestines and protect the intestinal mucosa.
Patients presenting with high fever, bloody stools, and other symptoms should seek timely medical attention and may require hospitalization if necessary. In addition, medication selection and use should be conducted under a doctor's guidance. Self-medication should be avoided to prevent delays in treatment or adverse reactions.
