{"id":627239,"date":"2024-03-07T12:17:24","date_gmt":"2024-03-07T17:17:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=627239"},"modified":"2026-06-04T18:51:29","modified_gmt":"2026-06-04T22:51:29","slug":"how-to-stop-throwing-up","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/how-to-stop-throwing-up\/","title":{"rendered":"How to stop throwing up: Top 10 tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

Throwing up can be an unpleasant surprise, but it is the body\u2019s way of expelling potentially harmful stomach contents. But it is even more unpleasant and even worrisome when you can\u2019t seem to stop. Whether it\u2019s the stomach flu, food poisoning, early pregnancy, food allergies, cancer treatments, or any other reason for the cause, certain home remedies may provide some relief. Here, we share some of the top doctor-recommended ways to stop throwing up, including popular home remedies and over-the-counter (OTC) medicine to stop vomiting.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

10 ways to stop vomiting immediately<\/span><\/h2>\n

There are <\/span>times when you should let your body vomit<\/span> instead of interfering. But if the vomiting persists, there are certain treatments and remedies that may provide urgent nausea and vomiting relief for some of the most common causes. Here are a few of the most effective.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Let your stomach rest<\/span><\/h3>\n

People who\u2019ve just thrown up might not even want to look at any food or drinks, and that\u2019s a good thing. \u201cIf you swallow something, immediately your body is going to think it is the start of food and rev up the digestive system as it was designed,\u201d says <\/span>Ernie Vesta, MD<\/span>, medical director of <\/span>Curally<\/span>. \u201cIt generally takes about four hours for the stomach to totally empty after a meal. So, let the stomach empty for about four hours after your last vomit.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

MedlinePlus also recommends<\/span> sitting\u2014but not lying down\u2014since moving around might also increase the discomfort. This will help settle the stomach before eating, drinking, or taking medications.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Drink clear liquids<\/span><\/h3>\n

Once the stomach has settled, it\u2019s time to reintroduce small amounts of liquids\u2014but only clear liquids that aren\u2019t too sweet. Drinking water or sucking on ice chips is best, but sports drinks, Pedialyte, flat soda, or certain fruit juices can work too. \u201cStart with an ounce of clear fluid, such as water or apple juice,\u201d Dr. Vesta<\/a> recommends. If you can keep it down for an hour, add another ounce or take two ounces, three ounces, and so forth until you keep liquids down for four hours.<\/span><\/p>\n

Avoid citrus juices since acidity can irritate the stomach, as can coffee and alcohol. And don\u2019t chug or take large gulps, which might make nausea worse. Small sips are much gentler on the stomach.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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