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My Boston Terrier has recurring diarrhea. Can I give her Immodium?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Boston Terrier | Female | spayed | 11 years and 6 months old | 16 lbs

11 yo Boston havingn second recurrence this month of diarrhea lasting several days. Vet did antibiotics and probiotic and bland diet etc. cleared up. Now recurred. Can I give her a half dose of inmodum as I've read is sometimes offered for dogs? Her urine output is normal and she's acting herself. Not in any meds now. Healthy usually.

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Answered By Stephanie Echols, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 26th, 2017

She is so cute! I would try another round of the bland diet and probiotic. You may need to talk to your vet about possible intestinal parasites or her diet causing the diarrhea. They may want to check a stool sample or do a diet trial. Kisses to Lucy!

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    Answered By Dr. Macartney, BVet Med, MRCVS

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    I am so sorry to hear that Lucy is experiencing these issues, I am sure it is very upsetting for you both, especially as this is her second occurrence of such an episode this month. Unfortunately I would not advise giving any over the counter medications to Lucy as it could upset her intestines further, as human medications are different doses and strengths then dog medications. I would start her on the bland diet again now. Boneless boiled chicken breast and steamed white rice. I would also ensure she is not getting into anything she shouldn't, such as trash can raiding or table scraps. Boiled sweet potato with skin removed can also be helpful in cases of diarrhoea. Provide plenty of fresh water to keep her hydrated. If the diarrhoea continues for more then a couple of days, she begins to vomit, you notice any blood, she becomes lethargic or depressed then I would take her into the vet. There could be an underlaying medical cause to the dirrahoea, such as IBD, parasite infections, pancreatitis, metabolic diseases or even some cancers. It could also be that the antibiotic used was not effective against the specific bacteria causing the problem and Lucy may need a new antibiotic. I hope that this answer was helpful, and more importantly that Lucy starts to feel better soon. Warmest regards to you both.

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