You are in Medical Library . Definition Diarrhea may be produced by many mechanisms.
Some medications produce diarrhea.
Other drugs may be toxic to the colon. Any diarrhea produced by drugs is a drug-induced diarrhea, but the diarrhea is of concern when it is a side effect or complication of the drug rather than a wanted effect. The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. Inc. Any duplication or distribution of the information contained herein is strictly prohibited.