Whether drinking patchouli water for diarrhea is useful or not needs to depend on the specific cause of diarrhea. If the diarrhea caused by gastrointestinal colds, heat stroke and other diseases, the drug can be given to relieve the symptoms; such as bacterial enteritis, intestinal flora imbalance, intestinal masses and other diseases caused by diarrhea, the drug is not very meaningful treatment.
Icariin is suitable for diarrhea, bloating, fatigue, headache and other symptoms caused by gastrointestinal colds, heat stroke and other diseases. It is contraindicated for those who are allergic to its ingredients, and avoid coadministration with cephalosporin antibiotics during the use of the drug. Common adverse reactions include rash, purpura, allergic reactions (e.g. asthma, shock).
For bacterial enteritis need to consider norfloxacin, levofloxacin and other drugs; for bacterial dysbiosis need to consider bifidobacterium tetrads tablets, bacillus licheniformis capsules and other drugs; for intestinal masses need to consider endoscopic treatment or surgical treatment.
For diarrhea can be used patchouli water, it is recommended to consult a doctor to give guidance.