Diarrhea is the passage of loose or watery stools 3 or more times a day with or without discomfort.
Important Information on diarrhea preventive medication:
Due to the risk of diarrhea, you will be given a medication called loperamide to help prevent diarrhea.
You should not stop taking loperamide without consulting with your study doctor.
When should I call my doctor?
Call the poziotinib study team immediately upon experiencing diarrhea and follow their advice.
Take these steps:
Try a clear liquid diet (one that includes water, clear broth, popsicles, and gelatin with no solids added) as soon as diarrhea starts or when you feel that it’s going to start.
Eat small meals often. Don’t eat very hot or spicy foods.
Avoid greasy foods, bran, raw fruits and vegetables, and caffeine.
Don’t drink alcohol or use tobacco.
Avoid milk or milk products if they seem to make diarrhea worse.
Be sure your diet includes foods that are high in electrolytes (such as bananas, potatoes, apricots, oranges and sports drinks like Gatorade® or Powerade®).
Poziotinib is an investigational drug that has not been approved by the FDA.
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