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My mom is having extremely diarrhea treatment please

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Here is a clear, practical guide for treating your mom's severe diarrhea, based on current clinical guidelines and medical textbooks:

🚨 When to Go to the ER Immediately

Take your mom to the emergency room right now if she has any of these:

Signs of severe dehydration: no urination for 6+ hours, dry mouth/skin, sunken eyes, dizziness, confusion, or weakness
Blood in the stool or very dark/black stool
High fever (above 38.5°C / 101.3°F)
Severe abdominal pain
She cannot keep any fluids down
She is elderly and has been having diarrhea for more than 24 hours

Step 1 - Rehydration (MOST IMPORTANT)

Oral Rehydration is the #1 priority. Diarrhea causes serious fluid and electrolyte loss.

Best option: Buy an ORS (Oral Rehydration Solution) - like Pedialyte, WHO-ORS, or similar - from any pharmacy
Give small sips frequently (every few minutes) rather than large amounts at once
Avoid plain water only, juice, or sports drinks - they lack the right sodium balance and can worsen fluid loss
Homemade ORS (emergency only): 1 liter of clean water + 6 teaspoons of sugar + 1/2 teaspoon of salt
If she cannot drink due to vomiting, she needs IV fluids at a hospital

Per Goldman-Cecil Medicine and Tintinalli's Emergency Medicine: Oral rehydration solution is the first-line treatment for diarrhea. IV fluids should be reserved for severe dehydration or inability to tolerate oral fluids.

Step 2 - Diet

Start with the BRAT diet once she can eat: Bananas, Rice, Applesauce, Toast
Avoid: dairy products, fatty/greasy foods, spicy food, caffeine, alcohol, raw vegetables
Resume normal food gradually as she improves

Step 3 - Over-the-Counter Medications (for adults)

Medication	How it helps
Loperamide (Imodium)	Slows gut movement, reduces frequency
Bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol)	Reduces secretion, mild antibacterial effect

⚠️ Do NOT use loperamide if there is blood in the stool or fever - this could be a bacterial infection and slowing the gut can be dangerous.

Step 4 - When Antibiotics May Be Needed

Antibiotics are not needed for most diarrhea (it is usually viral and self-limiting). However, a doctor may prescribe them if:

There is blood in stool (dysentery)
She has a fever
Diarrhea lasts more than 3-5 days
She is immunocompromised
Common choices include ciprofloxacin or azithromycin, but only after proper evaluation

Per the IDSA Infectious Diarrhea Guidelines and the AAFP guidelines, antibiotics should only be used with clear indications.

Step 5 - Monitor These Symptoms

Watch for	What to do
Diarrhea more than 10 times/day	Go to hospital
No improvement after 48 hours	See a doctor
Gets worse, not better	See a doctor
Confusion, very weak	Emergency - go now

Bottom line: Start oral rehydration immediately. If she is elderly, already weak, or has any of the warning signs above - please take her to a doctor or ER now. Severe diarrhea in older adults can become life-threatening quickly due to dehydration.

List of medications in case of low stool, I should bring in home and keep because my family frequently, we suffer from low stool. Okay.

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Here is a complete home medicine kit list for families that frequently experience diarrhea. All items listed are available over-the-counter at pharmacies without a prescription.

🏠 Home Diarrhea Medicine Kit

🥇 Category 1 - Rehydration (Most Important, Always Keep in Stock)

Product	What it does	Notes
ORS Sachets (WHO-ORS, Pedialyte, Electral, or similar)	Replaces lost fluids, salt, and sugar	#1 priority - always keep at least 10 sachets at home
Zinc Sulfate tablets (20 mg)	Shortens diarrhea duration, supports gut healing	Especially important for children; adults can use too

DIY ORS reminder: 1 liter clean water + 6 teaspoons sugar + ½ teaspoon salt (only if sachets run out)

🥈 Category 2 - Symptom Relief Medications (Adults)

Medication	Brand examples	Use for	Dosage (adult)	Warning
Loperamide 2mg	Imodium, Lopex	Stops loose/watery stool quickly	2 tabs first dose, then 1 after each loose stool. Max 8 tabs/day	⚠️ Do NOT use if there is blood in stool or fever
Bismuth subsalicylate	Pepto-Bismol, Kaopectate	Nausea, indigestion, mild diarrhea	2 tabs or 30ml every 30-60 mins as needed	⚠️ Avoid if allergic to aspirin
Racecadotril (Acetorphan)	Hidrasec, Tiorfan	Reduces excess fluid secretion in gut	As directed on pack	Good alternative to loperamide

🥉 Category 3 - Probiotics (Prevent & Shorten Episodes)

Product	Strains to look for	Use
Probiotic capsules/sachets	Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG, Saccharomyces boulardii	Take during and after diarrhea episodes to restore gut bacteria faster

Keep a box in the fridge. Very safe for all ages.

🌡️ Category 4 - Supportive Medications

Medication	Use	Notes
Paracetamol (Acetaminophen)	Fever or abdominal discomfort	Safe for all ages at correct dose
Ondansetron (Zofran) 4mg	Stops vomiting so you can drink ORS	Ask your doctor to prescribe a few strips to keep at home - very useful
Domperidone or Metoclopramide	Nausea/vomiting	Available OTC in many countries

📦 Category 5 - Supplies to Keep Alongside Medications

Thermometer - to check for fever
Measuring cup - for ORS preparation
Extra toilet paper 😄
A written "when to go to hospital" list (see below)

⚠️ Go to Hospital - Do NOT Try to Treat at Home If:

Blood or mucus in stool
High fever (above 38.5°C / 101°F)
Diarrhea lasting more than 3 days in adults, 24 hours in infants
Signs of dehydration: no urination, sunken eyes, dry mouth, confusion
Elderly family member getting worse rapidly
Infant under 6 months old with diarrhea

🛒 Quick Shopping List for the Pharmacy

ORS sachets (pack of 20+)
Loperamide 2mg tablets
Bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol)
Zinc sulfate 20mg tablets
Probiotic sachets (Saccharomyces boulardii or Lactobacillus GG)
Paracetamol/Acetaminophen
Ask doctor for: Ondansetron strips (prescription)

Tip: Check expiry dates every 6 months and restock before items run out. Store in a cool, dry place away from children's reach.

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~/medicine-kit/create_checklist.py

from reportlab.lib.pagesizes import A4
from reportlab.lib import colors
from reportlab.lib.units import cm
from reportlab.platypus import (
    SimpleDocTemplate, Paragraph, Spacer, Table, TableStyle, HRFlowable
)
from reportlab.lib.styles import getSampleStyleSheet, ParagraphStyle
from reportlab.lib.enums import TA_CENTER, TA_LEFT
from reportlab.platypus import KeepTogether

OUTPUT = "/tmp/workspace/medicine-kit/Home_Diarrhea_Medicine_Kit_Checklist.pdf"

doc = SimpleDocTemplate(
    OUTPUT,
    pagesize=A4,
    leftMargin=1.8*cm,
    rightMargin=1.8*cm,
    topMargin=1.5*cm,
    bottomMargin=1.5*cm,
)

# ── Colour palette ─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
TEAL       = colors.HexColor("#00897B")
TEAL_LIGHT = colors.HexColor("#E0F2F1")
ORANGE     = colors.HexColor("#E65100")
ORANGE_BG  = colors.HexColor("#FFF3E0")
RED        = colors.HexColor("#C62828")
RED_BG     = colors.HexColor("#FFEBEE")
GREY       = colors.HexColor("#F5F5F5")
DARK       = colors.HexColor("#212121")
MID        = colors.HexColor("#555555")

# ── Styles ─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
styles = getSampleStyleSheet()

def style(name, parent="Normal", **kw):
    s = ParagraphStyle(name, parent=styles[parent], **kw)
    return s

title_style = style("Title2", fontSize=22, leading=28, textColor=TEAL,
                    alignment=TA_CENTER, fontName="Helvetica-Bold")
subtitle_style = style("Sub", fontSize=11, leading=14, textColor=MID,
                       alignment=TA_CENTER)
section_style = style("Section", fontSize=12, leading=15, textColor=colors.white,
                      fontName="Helvetica-Bold", alignment=TA_LEFT,
                      leftIndent=6)
item_style = style("Item", fontSize=10, leading=14, textColor=DARK,
                   leftIndent=4)
note_style = style("Note", fontSize=8.5, leading=12, textColor=MID,
                   leftIndent=4, fontName="Helvetica-Oblique")
warning_style = style("Warn", fontSize=9.5, leading=13, textColor=RED,
                      fontName="Helvetica-Bold")
footer_style = style("Footer", fontSize=8, leading=11, textColor=MID,
                     alignment=TA_CENTER)

# ── Helper: checkbox row ───────────────────────────────────────────────────────
def row(label, note="", qty=""):
    check = "☐"
    col1 = Paragraph(f"{check}  <b>{label}</b>", item_style)
    col2 = Paragraph(note, note_style)
    col3 = Paragraph(qty, note_style)
    return [col1, col2, col3]

# ── Helper: section header row ─────────────────────────────────────────────────
def section_row(emoji, title, colspan=3):
    return [Paragraph(f"{emoji}  {title}", section_style), "", ""]

# ── Table style builder ────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
def make_table(data, col_widths, section_rows=(), alt_rows=()):
    ts = TableStyle([
        ("VALIGN",       (0,0), (-1,-1), "TOP"),
        ("LEFTPADDING",  (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
        ("RIGHTPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 4),
        ("TOPPADDING",   (0,0), (-1,-1), 5),
        ("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0), (-1,-1), 5),
        ("GRID",         (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.4, colors.HexColor("#DDDDDD")),
        ("ROUNDEDCORNERS", [4]),
    ])
    for r in section_rows:
        ts.add("BACKGROUND",    (0,r), (-1,r), TEAL)
        ts.add("SPAN",          (0,r), (-1,r))
        ts.add("TOPPADDING",    (0,r), (-1,r), 6)
        ts.add("BOTTOMPADDING", (0,r), (-1,r), 6)
    for r in alt_rows:
        ts.add("BACKGROUND", (0,r), (-1,r), GREY)
    t = Table(data, colWidths=col_widths)
    t.setStyle(ts)
    return t

# ── Build content ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
story = []

# Header
story.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
story.append(Paragraph("🏠  Home Diarrhea Medicine Kit", title_style))
story.append(Spacer(1, 0.2*cm))
story.append(Paragraph("Printable checklist — tick items you have stocked · Recheck every 6 months", subtitle_style))
story.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
story.append(HRFlowable(width="100%", thickness=2, color=TEAL))
story.append(Spacer(1, 0.4*cm))

# ── SECTION 1: Rehydration ─────────────────────────────────────────────────────
W = [9.5*cm, 5.5*cm, 2*cm]

s1_data = [
    section_row("💧", "CATEGORY 1 — REHYDRATION  (Most Important — Always Keep Stocked)"),
    ["Item", "Notes", "Qty"],
    row("ORS Sachets (Electral / Pedialyte / WHO-ORS)", "Replace lost fluids, salt & sugar — #1 priority", "20+"),
    row("Zinc Sulfate 20 mg tablets", "Shortens duration; essential for children", "20"),
    row("Measuring cup (for mixing ORS)", "1L water + 6 tsp sugar + ½ tsp salt if sachets run out", "1"),
]
s1_ts = TableStyle([
    ("VALIGN",       (0,0), (-1,-1), "TOP"),
    ("LEFTPADDING",  (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
    ("RIGHTPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 4),
    ("TOPPADDING",   (0,0), (-1,-1), 5),
    ("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0), (-1,-1), 5),
    ("GRID",         (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.4, colors.HexColor("#DDDDDD")),
    # section header
    ("BACKGROUND",   (0,0), (-1,0), TEAL),
    ("SPAN",         (0,0), (-1,0)),
    ("TOPPADDING",   (0,0), (-1,0), 7),
    ("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0), (-1,0), 7),
    # column header
    ("BACKGROUND",   (0,1), (-1,1), TEAL_LIGHT),
    ("FONTNAME",     (0,1), (-1,1), "Helvetica-Bold"),
    ("FONTSIZE",     (0,1), (-1,1), 9),
    ("TEXTCOLOR",    (0,1), (-1,1), TEAL),
    # alt rows
    ("BACKGROUND",   (0,3), (-1,3), GREY),
])
t1 = Table(s1_data, colWidths=W)
t1.setStyle(s1_ts)
story.append(t1)
story.append(Spacer(1, 0.35*cm))

# ── SECTION 2: Symptom Relief ──────────────────────────────────────────────────
s2_hdr = style("Warn2", fontSize=8.5, leading=12, textColor=ORANGE,
               fontName="Helvetica-BoldOblique", leftIndent=4)

s2_data = [
    section_row("💊", "CATEGORY 2 — SYMPTOM RELIEF MEDICATIONS  (Adults)"),
    ["Item", "Dosage / Notes", "Qty"],
    row("Loperamide 2 mg (Imodium)",
        "2 tabs first, then 1 after each loose stool. Max 8/day.\n⚠ NOT if blood in stool or fever",
        "16 tabs"),
    row("Bismuth Subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol / Kaopectate)",
        "2 tabs or 30 mL every 30-60 min as needed.\n⚠ Avoid if allergic to aspirin",
        "1 bottle"),
    row("Racecadotril / Acetorphan (Hidrasec)",
        "Reduces gut fluid secretion. Good alt. to loperamide",
        "10 caps"),
]
s2_ts = TableStyle([
    ("VALIGN",       (0,0), (-1,-1), "TOP"),
    ("LEFTPADDING",  (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
    ("RIGHTPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 4),
    ("TOPPADDING",   (0,0), (-1,-1), 5),
    ("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0), (-1,-1), 5),
    ("GRID",         (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.4, colors.HexColor("#DDDDDD")),
    ("BACKGROUND",   (0,0), (-1,0), ORANGE),
    ("SPAN",         (0,0), (-1,0)),
    ("TOPPADDING",   (0,0), (-1,0), 7),
    ("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0), (-1,0), 7),
    ("BACKGROUND",   (0,1), (-1,1), ORANGE_BG),
    ("FONTNAME",     (0,1), (-1,1), "Helvetica-Bold"),
    ("FONTSIZE",     (0,1), (-1,1), 9),
    ("TEXTCOLOR",    (0,1), (-1,1), ORANGE),
    ("BACKGROUND",   (0,3), (-1,3), GREY),
])
t2 = Table(s2_data, colWidths=W)
t2.setStyle(s2_ts)
story.append(t2)
story.append(Spacer(1, 0.35*cm))

# ── SECTION 3: Probiotics ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────
PURPLE     = colors.HexColor("#6A1B9A")
PURPLE_BG  = colors.HexColor("#F3E5F5")

s3_data = [
    section_row("🦠", "CATEGORY 3 — PROBIOTICS  (Prevent & Shorten Episodes)"),
    ["Item", "Notes", "Qty"],
    row("Saccharomyces boulardii sachets/caps",
        "Take during + after diarrhea. Restores gut flora fast.",
        "10"),
    row("Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (Culturelle / similar)",
        "Store in fridge. Safe for all ages.",
        "10"),
]
s3_ts = TableStyle([
    ("VALIGN",       (0,0), (-1,-1), "TOP"),
    ("LEFTPADDING",  (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
    ("RIGHTPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 4),
    ("TOPPADDING",   (0,0), (-1,-1), 5),
    ("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0), (-1,-1), 5),
    ("GRID",         (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.4, colors.HexColor("#DDDDDD")),
    ("BACKGROUND",   (0,0), (-1,0), PURPLE),
    ("SPAN",         (0,0), (-1,0)),
    ("TOPPADDING",   (0,0), (-1,0), 7),
    ("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0), (-1,0), 7),
    ("BACKGROUND",   (0,1), (-1,1), PURPLE_BG),
    ("FONTNAME",     (0,1), (-1,1), "Helvetica-Bold"),
    ("FONTSIZE",     (0,1), (-1,1), 9),
    ("TEXTCOLOR",    (0,1), (-1,1), PURPLE),
    ("BACKGROUND",   (0,3), (-1,3), GREY),
])
t3 = Table(s3_data, colWidths=W)
t3.setStyle(s3_ts)
story.append(t3)
story.append(Spacer(1, 0.35*cm))

# ── SECTION 4: Supportive ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────
BLUE      = colors.HexColor("#1565C0")
BLUE_BG   = colors.HexColor("#E3F2FD")

s4_data = [
    section_row("🌡️", "CATEGORY 4 — SUPPORTIVE MEDICATIONS"),
    ["Item", "Notes", "Qty"],
    row("Paracetamol / Acetaminophen 500 mg",
        "For fever or abdominal discomfort. Safe for all ages at correct dose.",
        "20 tabs"),
    row("Ondansetron (Zofran) 4 mg  ⚠ Rx needed",
        "Stops vomiting so patient can drink ORS. Ask doctor for a small supply.",
        "6 tabs"),
    row("Domperidone 10 mg (OTC in most countries)",
        "Relieves nausea/vomiting. Do not use long-term.",
        "10 tabs"),
]
s4_ts = TableStyle([
    ("VALIGN",       (0,0), (-1,-1), "TOP"),
    ("LEFTPADDING",  (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
    ("RIGHTPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 4),
    ("TOPPADDING",   (0,0), (-1,-1), 5),
    ("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0), (-1,-1), 5),
    ("GRID",         (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.4, colors.HexColor("#DDDDDD")),
    ("BACKGROUND",   (0,0), (-1,0), BLUE),
    ("SPAN",         (0,0), (-1,0)),
    ("TOPPADDING",   (0,0), (-1,0), 7),
    ("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0), (-1,0), 7),
    ("BACKGROUND",   (0,1), (-1,1), BLUE_BG),
    ("FONTNAME",     (0,1), (-1,1), "Helvetica-Bold"),
    ("FONTSIZE",     (0,1), (-1,1), 9),
    ("TEXTCOLOR",    (0,1), (-1,1), BLUE),
    ("BACKGROUND",   (0,3), (-1,3), GREY),
])
t4 = Table(s4_data, colWidths=W)
t4.setStyle(s4_ts)
story.append(t4)
story.append(Spacer(1, 0.4*cm))

# ── WHEN TO GO TO HOSPITAL ─────────────────────────────────────────────────────
warn_data = [
    [Paragraph("🚨  GO TO HOSPITAL IMMEDIATELY IF ANY OF THESE OCCUR", style(
        "WH", fontSize=11, leading=14, textColor=colors.white,
        fontName="Helvetica-Bold", alignment=TA_CENTER))],
    [[
        Paragraph("☐  Blood or mucus in stool", warning_style),
        Paragraph("☐  High fever above 38.5 °C / 101 °F", warning_style),
        Paragraph("☐  Diarrhea > 3 days (adults) or > 24 hrs (infants)", warning_style),
    ],
    [
        Paragraph("☐  No urination, dry mouth, sunken eyes, confusion", warning_style),
        Paragraph("☐  Elderly patient getting rapidly worse", warning_style),
        Paragraph("☐  Infant under 6 months with diarrhea", warning_style),
    ]],
]

inner_left = Table([
    [Paragraph("☐  Blood or mucus in stool", warning_style)],
    [Paragraph("☐  High fever above 38.5 °C / 101 °F", warning_style)],
    [Paragraph("☐  Diarrhea > 3 days (adults) or > 24 hrs (infants)", warning_style)],
], colWidths=[8.5*cm])
inner_left.setStyle(TableStyle([
    ("LEFTPADDING",  (0,0), (-1,-1), 0),
    ("RIGHTPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 0),
    ("TOPPADDING",   (0,0), (-1,-1), 3),
    ("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0), (-1,-1), 3),
    ("LINEBELOW",    (0,0), (-1,-2), 0.3, colors.HexColor("#FFCDD2")),
]))
inner_right = Table([
    [Paragraph("☐  No urination, dry mouth, sunken eyes, confusion", warning_style)],
    [Paragraph("☐  Elderly patient getting rapidly worse", warning_style)],
    [Paragraph("☐  Infant under 6 months with diarrhea", warning_style)],
], colWidths=[8.5*cm])
inner_right.setStyle(TableStyle([
    ("LEFTPADDING",  (0,0), (-1,-1), 0),
    ("RIGHTPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 0),
    ("TOPPADDING",   (0,0), (-1,-1), 3),
    ("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0), (-1,-1), 3),
    ("LINEBELOW",    (0,0), (-1,-2), 0.3, colors.HexColor("#FFCDD2")),
]))

warn_outer = Table([
    [Paragraph("🚨  GO TO HOSPITAL IMMEDIATELY IF:", style(
        "WH2", fontSize=11, leading=14, textColor=colors.white,
        fontName="Helvetica-Bold", alignment=TA_CENTER)), ""],
    [inner_left, inner_right],
], colWidths=[8.7*cm, 8.7*cm])
warn_outer.setStyle(TableStyle([
    ("SPAN",         (0,0), (-1,0)),
    ("BACKGROUND",   (0,0), (-1,0), RED),
    ("TOPPADDING",   (0,0), (-1,0), 8),
    ("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0), (-1,0), 8),
    ("BACKGROUND",   (0,1), (-1,1), RED_BG),
    ("TOPPADDING",   (0,1), (-1,-1), 8),
    ("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,1), (-1,-1), 8),
    ("LEFTPADDING",  (0,1), (-1,-1), 10),
    ("RIGHTPADDING", (0,1), (-1,-1), 10),
    ("BOX",          (0,0), (-1,-1), 1, RED),
    ("VALIGN",       (0,0), (-1,-1), "MIDDLE"),
]))
story.append(warn_outer)
story.append(Spacer(1, 0.4*cm))

# ── QUICK TIPS strip ───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tips_data = [[
    Paragraph("💡 <b>DIY ORS:</b> 1 L water + 6 tsp sugar + ½ tsp salt", note_style),
    Paragraph("🧊 <b>Probiotics:</b> Store in fridge", note_style),
    Paragraph("📅 <b>Check expiry dates</b> every 6 months", note_style),
    Paragraph("🔒 <b>Keep away</b> from children's reach", note_style),
]]
tips_table = Table(tips_data, colWidths=[4.3*cm, 3.8*cm, 4.2*cm, 4.8*cm])
tips_table.setStyle(TableStyle([
    ("BACKGROUND",   (0,0), (-1,0), TEAL_LIGHT),
    ("TOPPADDING",   (0,0), (-1,-1), 7),
    ("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0), (-1,-1), 7),
    ("LEFTPADDING",  (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
    ("RIGHTPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
    ("BOX",          (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.8, TEAL),
    ("LINEAFTER",    (0,0), (-2,-1), 0.5, colors.HexColor("#B2DFDB")),
    ("VALIGN",       (0,0), (-1,-1), "MIDDLE"),
]))
story.append(tips_table)
story.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))

# ── Footer ─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
story.append(HRFlowable(width="100%", thickness=1, color=colors.HexColor("#CCCCCC")))
story.append(Spacer(1, 0.15*cm))
story.append(Paragraph(
    "This checklist is for general informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.",
    footer_style
))
story.append(Paragraph("Printed: July 2026  |  Review every 6 months", footer_style))

# ── Build PDF ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
doc.build(story)
print(f"PDF created: {OUTPUT}")

Running Command

cd /tmp/workspace/medicine-kit && python create_checklist.py 2>&1

Running Command

ls -lh /tmp/workspace/medicine-kit/

Your printable checklist is ready! Download it here:

Home Diarrhea Medicine Kit Checklist

PDF Document · PDF

What's included on the poster:

Category 1 - Rehydration - ORS sachets, Zinc tablets, measuring cup (with DIY ORS recipe)
Category 2 - Symptom Relief - Loperamide, Bismuth subsalicylate, Racecadotril - with dosages and warnings
Category 3 - Probiotics - Saccharomyces boulardii, Lactobacillus GG
Category 4 - Supportive - Paracetamol, Ondansetron, Domperidone
Red emergency box - 6 warning signs to go to hospital immediately
Quick tips strip - DIY ORS, fridge storage, expiry reminders

It is formatted for A4 paper - just print and post it on your fridge or medicine cabinet!

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