Do IV drips work for Bali belly?

Bali Belly can leave patients extremely dehydrated. An IV helps quickly replenish not only fluids, but essential electrolytes and sugar.



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It's often caught within the first week of travel, as your body tries to adjust to new environments and new bacteria. Bali Belly can clear up within a matter of days, however, more serious cases can require hospitalisation if you become severely dehydrated.

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Some people believe that drinking Yakult for a few weeks before travelling and while in Bali will increase the good bacteria in their gut to fight off any nasty stomach bugs. This is not medically proven so still take all other precautions.

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In summary, it's important to be cautious of what you eat in Bali to avoid foodborne illnesses. Avoiding certain foods, such as raw or undercooked meat, questionable seafood, and street food that is not properly handled or cooked, can go a long way toward keeping you safe and healthy during your travels.

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Here are some examples of over-the-counter medications for travelers diarrhea that you may find in Bali:
  1. IMODIUM (loperamide): This medication helps reduce the frequency and severity of diarrhea by slowing down the digestive system. ...
  2. DIATABS: or similar Antidiarrheal.


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Taking probiotics, which are live bacteria and yeasts that are good for your gut health, can help prevent Bali belly. They can be found in supplement form or in certain foods such as yogurt. Taking probiotics can help prevent and treat Bali belly by restoring the balance of good bacteria in your gut.

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It's your body's reaction to unfamiliar pathogens often found in local food and water, resulting from different hygiene standards than many visitors are used to. Most times, bacteria such as E. Coli cause Bali Belly but viruses or protozoans present in untreated water can also trigger this condition.

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