Stop taking Imodium unless a clinician told you to continue
Drink plenty of water
Eat fiber-rich foods such as oats, prunes, pears, beans, and vegetables
Try a warm drink in the morning
Walk or do light physical activity
Use a toilet footstool to raise your knees
Sit on the toilet after meals, especially after breakfast
Do not strain
Consider an over-the-counter stool softener if you can take it safely
Consider a gentle laxative only as directed on the label or by a pharmacist
Seek medical care if you have severe belly pain, vomiting, bloating, no gas, blood in stool, or no bowel movement for several days