What medicine to take for stomach virus?

For people with stomach flu, treatment consists of such things as keeping the body hydrated. This eMedTV article examines other treatment options that can help manage the symptoms of stomach flu while the body fights the infection. read more

Medications. Antibiotics are not helpful for a stomach virus since these medicines are only useful for bacterial infections. Doctors sometimes prescribe medications to reduce nausea and vomiting, such as ondansetron (Zofran) or promethazine (Phenergan). read more

The stomach flu can’t be cured by medications, and antibiotics won’t help when a virus is the culprit. You can take over-the-counter medication to treat the symptoms but do so sparingly. For fever or aches, ibuprofen can help, as long as it doesn’t cause you to have more of an upset stomach. read more