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Yes, certain medicines can cause dark stools. Medications such as iron supplements and bismuth subsalicylate (found in Pepto-Bismol) can lead to darker stool coloration. Additionally, some antibiotics and medications that affect gastrointestinal function may also contribute to changes in stool color. If dark stools occur, it's important to consult a healthcare professional to rule out any serious conditions.
What else can I help you with?
Can eating Oreos cause black stools?
Yes, eating Oreos can cause black stools due to the dark food coloring used in the cookies.
What cause white stool discoloration?
Iron pills will make your stools very dark in color, almost black.
Can sucralfate cause dark stools?
I have black stool, but I am not sure if it is from Sucralfate!! Can a medical profession or pharmacist answer my question?
Have you experienced any changes in your stool color, particularly noticing black stools after consuming Oreos?
Yes, consuming Oreos can cause black stools due to the dark food coloring used in the cookies. This change in stool color is temporary and typically not a cause for concern.
Can hemorrhoids causes thin stools?
Yes they can but should not be pencil thin or dark stools that are very thin.
Can drugs make feces dark?
Medication can alter the colour of stools
What causes dark stools?
Peptobismol, stomach ailment, all sorts of things.
What can cause Stomach cramps gas hard dark brown-red stools with a mucuse blood around stool?
Bleeding in the digestive system, potentially but not definitely an ulcer. Have it looked into by a doctor immediately.
Can iron tablets cause you to have black stools?
People taking iron supplements tend to have dark or black stools. Some regard this as a sign that the iron is being absorbed in the body. If the stool does not darken, it may mean that the iron supplement is not working and the brand of pills may have to be changed or the situation may have to be discussed with a pharmacist or doctor.
What do the medical terms constipation and melena mean?
Melena is stool that's dark and tarry due to blood. Constipation is infrequent stools, usually referring to stools that are difficult to pass.
What is a green olive?
Stools/feces are dark olive green, formed and loose for about six weeks.
What are some symptoms of h pylori infection?
Symptoms include heartburn and dark tarry stools. H pylori is the most common cause of stomach ulcers, so if you think you have this you should definitely contact your doctor.
