Stay hydrated with oral rehydration solution (ORS); take small frequent sips
Drink clear fluids (water, broth) if ORS is unavailable
Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and sugary drinks/juices
Eat bland foods when you can (crackers, toast, rice, bananas, oatmeal)
Avoid greasy, spicy, and high-fiber foods until better
Rest
Consider probiotics if available (especially if diarrhea is prominent)
Use anti-nausea medications if prescribed or advised by a clinician
For diarrhea:
Use loperamide only if no fever and no blood/mucus in stool and symptoms are not severe
Avoid bismuth subsalicylate if you have aspirin allergy, are pregnant, or have certain medical conditions
Avoid antibiotics unless prescribed by a clinician
Seek urgent care immediately if any of the following occur:
Signs of dehydration (very little urine, dizziness, dry mouth, inability to keep fluids down)
Blood in stool or black/tarry stool
High fever (e.g., ≥ 39°C / 102.2°F) or fever lasting more than 24 hours
Severe or worsening abdominal pain
Persistent vomiting (unable to keep liquids down for 6–8 hours in adults)
Symptoms lasting more than 3 days (diarrhea) or 2 days (vomiting) in adults
Confusion, fainting, or extreme weakness
Extra caution and prompt medical evaluation if:
You are pregnant, elderly, immunocompromised, or have significant chronic illness
The patient is a child (especially infants) or symptoms are severe
When to contact a clinician for advice:
Suspected outbreak exposure (others sick from same food)
Severe dehydration risk or inability to manage at home
Need for prescription treatment or testing