The terms proximal (from Latin proximus, meaning 'nearest') and distal (from Latin distare, meaning 'to stand away from') are used to describe parts of a feature that are close to or distant from the main mass of the body, respectively.
But, with Citrucel and/or Metamucil you can start with one teaspoon mixed in water or juice. If you have diarrhea don't use the preparation with artificial sweeteners. Use the one with sugar. I think artificial sweeteners (some of them) might cause more diarrhea.
Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim will not treat a viral infection such as the common cold or flu. Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or has blood in it, call your doctor.Do not use any medicine to stop the diarrhea unless your doctor has told you to.Avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds.ntibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or has blood in it, call your doctor. Do not use any medicine to stop the diarrhea unless your doctor has told you to. Avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds.