what is the best way to stop a bad stomach virus?
103419
Mostly, you just let it run its course.  As some of the other answers pointed out, try to get plenty of fluids, much more than you think you need.  With the typical vomiting and diarrhea, you can become dehydrated VERY quickly without knowing it.
451037
Drink a lot of orange juice.  They also have cold lozenges at the pharmacy that contain zinc, they are suppose to reduce the length and symptoms of a cold.  Good luck.  Also don't over due it on the vitamin C, it can upset your stomach.
82212
All three of these are different... Here are my recommendations: \n\nCold: \nAs mentioned above, folklore tells us that we should feed a cold. Experience has taught me that the best thing to feed a cold is usually chicken soup. It doesn't have to be homemade - even Campbell's will work - but homemade does seem to be best. Keep up the fluids - drink water, hot tea, ginger ale, anything to keep hydrated. Hot tea seems to work best for me. Take vitamin C, and zinc - you can get tablets at your local pharmacy, or a multivitamin will do in a pinch. Get plenty of rest, too. If your head is stuffed up or you're congested in any way, prop yourself up a little bit on a couple of pillows so that you sleep with your head higher than your chest. Doesn't have to be a lot, just a little will do the trick. And if you can, sleep on your back this way. Don't know why, but it seems to help with the drainage of all that mucus. \n\nFever: \nAgain, referencing the folklore, starve a fever. If you've got a fever, you probably don't feel like eating anyway. Fevers you have to keep a closer eye on. I've always felt like they're more dangerous than a cold. Anyway, again, stay hydrated - drink water, iced tea, ginger ale - you're probably not going to want anything hot. As a rule of thumb, if you get hungry, eat something. Try something light at first to make sure...a piece of dry toast or some crackers. Take your tempreture whenever you think of it to make sure you're not boiling over. If your tempreture gets too high, go to a doctor. \n\nFlu: \nStay warm, and stay close to a bathroom for starters! Stay hydrated - gatorade, tea, water, ginger ale is great. There's something about ginger that helps settle my stomach, so ginger ale and ginger tea (if you like either) are usually good to have around. Get as much rest as you can. Do whatever you can to stay comfortable. Peptobismal has always been a wonder drug in my family... Immodium for diareaha (sp?) is really good, too. Again, chicken soup if you can keep it down. Don't know what it is about that chicken soup, but it does seem to help.
79596
Drink lots of fluids, orange juice to be specific.  If you drink plenty of fluids, then you can urinate the virus out.  Also, get plenty of sleep.
942625
Probably just gastroenteritits.  My advice - clear liquids, specifically water or maybe a sports drink like Gatorade to replenish electrolytes.  If you give a sports drink, dilute it to about half strength with water.  Otherwise, there's too much sugar concentration.\n\nNo more Coke, or anything with caffeine or lots of sugar.  The chicken noodle soup is good - it will have water, plus some salts (electrolytes), carbohydrates and protein - everything he needs.\n\nGive a little Tylenol and/or Motrin for the fever if he's uncomfortable, but don't overdo it.  These medicines work by inhibiting the release of pyrogens, which is a part of the body's immune system.  In simple terms, it reduces the fever, but also reduces the body's ability to fight off the virus.\n\nUnless he's becoming dehydrated, there's probably nothing the Dr. will do for him.  However, dehydration can occur quickly in children and can become dangerous.  If the vomiting persists, a Dr. may give Phenergan suppositories to stop the vomiting, which will allow him to take in and retain some fluids.\n\nGood luck!
561083
try drinking ginger ale or sprite to calm the stomach. it helps out and don't eat or drink things that are acidic to you and get rest and don't stress yourself out too much, balance things out. change your diet, you can still eat what you want to eat but in smaller quantites.
548578
eat more fruit and veggies, you're stomach is empty, fill it up with healthy stuff that wont stop you up and would make your system run more smoothly
144790
Peppermint tea is a great stomach aid. Chamomile works well too. http://www.umm.edu/altmed/ConsHerbs/Peppermintch.html\nhttp://www.wholehealthmd.com/refshelf/substances_view/1,1525,812,00.html\n\nFood Remedies:http://www.wholehealthmd.com/hk/remedies/disp/1,1459,472,00.html\n\nGinger root http://www.helpandinformation.com/artman/publish/printer_35.shtml
970447
Test the common antacids (bases) to see which neutralize (turn to salt and water) best (if). \n\nAcid the strength of stomach acid is easy to mix and safe.\n\nGet an "A".
109559
the best home remedy for fevers is tylenol. i just had that flu just so you know right as you start to feel like its over, its going to mutate into a stomach bug. but the best remedy for what your feeling right now go to the drugstore, buy robitussin (not the store brand) and tylenol (not the store brand) take the maximum dose of the tussin which is about 3.5 tablespoons with two 650 mg tylenol pills. that will take care of your fever and aching and probably knock your a ss out.
1153097
Lots of water. Cranberry juice will help too. Basically flush the system.
606118
As far as I know, never. Viruses don't attack the stomach. What most people think of as a 'stomach virus' is a case of bacterial infection in the gastrointestinal tract. Food poisoning is especially common, and you can get this hundreds of times. As always, it's good practice to monitor your temperature. If it goes above 101 F, you might want to see a doctor.
249115
drinking some sprite and eating a few crackers always seems to help me.  I have heard that sucking on a fresh cut lemon helps some also (i've never tried that one).  What really really works well....is if you have a family doctor, try to get him/her to call you out a prescription for "phenergen"...it's an anti-nausea medication and if you're vomiting to the point you can't hold anything down...it also comes in suppository form...good luck!
826096
Friend - The typical stomach virus lasts from 24 to 48 hours.  You are likely at this point dehydrated from being ill which can, unbelieveably, cause you to be nauseaus and dizzy and to continue to be ill.  I am concerned about your exact knowledge of your intake of calories as well.  Please see a doctor as soon as possible and describe all you have told us.  GBU
890805
sleep, immodium ad, and gatorade. (it helps to balance out your electrolytes and it protects you from dehydration. my husband daughter and i just had the NORO virus, it's bad news! i hope you don't have it. get well soon
891489
Try Pepto Bismo it should help with any stomach problems.
457150
You'll feel better if you do throw it up.  Drink water with electrolytes (i.e. vitamin water, smart water, etc) to rehydrate.  Have tums and crackers to calm your stomach.\n\nBut most importantly, if you are still experiencing vomiting and/or diarrhea problems after 24 hours, GO TO THE HOSPITAL.  Losing fluids quickly can be very serious, at times fatal!\n\nHope you feel better soon.