Emily O. asked
I've been taking Prilosec OTC for 6 days and today I had a bowel movement where my stool was light in color. I'm wondering if it's the Prilosec or something else. The Prilosec has helped a lot with no side effects, and I'm not using any other medications. I'm 32 years old and have no known liver or gall bladder issues. This is the first time I've had light-colored stools, and I'm not experiencing any other symptoms like abdominal pain, dark urine, or nausea. Could the Prilosec have caused this, and if so, how long does the discoloration typically last? Also, if there's an underlying issue like a blockage or bile duct problem, would the stool color remain consistently light or could it fluctuate?
May 12th, 2023
Rhonda L. answered
Light-colored stools can be a result of bile acids not reaching the stool, which can happen due to v...
May 12th, 2023
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