Nutrition-based support for
diarrhea and loose stools
Banatrol® Plus Diarrhea Support
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Great in smoothies and juices
Great in smoothies and juices
Add to oatmeal, soups, baking and more
Add to oatmeal, soups, baking and more
Solidifies the Stool
Without Constipation
Improve Gut Health
in 7 Days
Clinically Supported
Medical Food
Solidifies the Stool
Without Constipation
Improve Gut Health
in 7 Days
Clinically Supported
Medical Food
Benefits
IBS Diarrhea
Loose Stools and Incontinence
Infections and Medications
Chemo and Radiation
IBS Diarrhea
Loose Stools and Incontinence
Infections and Medications
Chemo and Radiation
PRODUCT DETAILS
PRODUCT DETAILS
Effective Relief from Diarrhea - Without Constipation
Banatrol Plus is a proprietary blend of banana flakes and a patented prebiotic. The pectin in bananas works to solidify stools by absorbing excess water in the colon. The prebiotic fuels the growth of beneficial bacteria in the intestines, which crowds out the bad bacteria and helps to reduce inflammation.
This two-pronged approach works to restore regularity and improve overall gut health without causing constipation.
Safe for daily use and ideal for managing chronic or occasional diarrhea, Banatrol Plus is trusted by over 500,000 people every year, including top hospitals and cancer centers across the country.
Why Choose Banatrol Plus?
- Natural Ingredients: Effectively stops diarrhea without the need for medication
- Improves Gut Health: Bimuno® prebiotic helps improve gut health in 7-10 days
- Clinically Trusted: Used in hospitals to manage diarrhea for over 20 years
- Safe for Long-Term Use: No side effects, no medication interactions, and safe for both adults and children (4+)
- Won’t Cause Constipation: Controls diarrhea without stopping gut motility
- Versatile Relief: Supports diarrhea from infections, medications, chemotherapy, food poisoning, travel, COVID-19, flu, C.diff, surgery, Chron’s, and more.
Whether you’re managing chronic diarrhea or need reliable support when symptoms flare, Banatrol Plus gives you the freedom to live without constantly worrying about your next bathroom break.
Join our private Medtrition Health Community to read success stories and hear from real customers managing diarrhea with Banatrol Plus: MedtritionHealth.com.
*Packaging may vary.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
STORAGE
STORAGE
INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENTS
has been designing targeted nutrition since 1986.
Trusted by healthcare professionals and by patients, our clinically supported medical foods are designed to make recovery easier - whether in the hospital or at home.
FAQ
Is Banatrol Plus® a medication?
Is Banatrol Plus® a medication?
Banatrol Plus falls under the classification of a medical food, which is a specific classification of food by the FDA.
What is a medical food?
What is a medical food?
Medical foods are foods designed to manage conditions and diseases through nutrition.
How do you take Banatrol Plus®?
How do you take Banatrol Plus®?
Consuming Banatrol Plus is based on personal preference. We recommend to mix the product with 4 oz. of water, juice, or add it to soft foods like applesauce, yogurt, or oatmeal. Begin with one or two scoops twice a day until symptoms are under control; then reduce to one serving per day to maintain regularity. Please visit our private Medtrition Health Facebook Group for more suggestions on ways to take Banatrol from members of our community at MedtritionHealth.com.
Does Banatrol Plus® work immediately?
Does Banatrol Plus® work immediately?
Everyone is different, as there are various reasons for diarrhea, therefore everyone's starting point is different. We recommend starting with two scoops in the morning and two scoops in the evening for the first two weeks and then adjusting from there. Diet, exercise, medications, underlying disease states, etc all contribute to initial response. You may experience immediate results, or it may take longer. We recommend taking Banatrol consistently for at least two weeks to determine if it is the right formula for your needs.
Should I refrigerate after opening?
Should I refrigerate after opening?
Banatrol Plus® is shelf stable and does not need to be refrigerated.
When should I take Banatrol Plus®?
When should I take Banatrol Plus®?
We recommend a scoop or serving of Banatrol Plus® in the morning and a scoop or serving in the evening. This is a suggestion as your body adjusts to more fiber and the prebiotic. There is no specific time of day that is best to take Banatrol Plus® and is your preference.
Will Banatrol Plus® interfere with my medications?
Will Banatrol Plus® interfere with my medications?
Banatrol Plus® does not affect the absorption of medication and has no contraindications with any pharmaceuticals.
Is Banatrol Plus® gluten and lactose free?
Is Banatrol Plus® gluten and lactose free?
Banatrol Plus® is gluten free. Banatrol Plus contains a small amount of lactose naturally from the prebiotic and is usually well tolerated by those with lactose intolerance, depending upon the severity of your intolerance (.27g per serving). Typically those with lactose intolerance may tolerate up to 15 grams of lactose per day. These levels will vary from person to person. Do not consume Banatrol Plus® if you have a lactose allergy or latex fruit syndrome.
Is Banatrol Plus® safe for children?
Is Banatrol Plus® safe for children?
Banatrol Plus® can be used daily by adults and children without causing dependency. Our serving recommendations are for adults 18 and older, so consult your primary care provider if you plan to use the product with children.
Should I stop taking Banatrol Plus® when my diarrhea stops?
Should I stop taking Banatrol Plus® when my diarrhea stops?
This depends on whether you have long term chronic diarrhea or short term acute diarrhea. We suggest continuing with a daily serving, or several servings per week, to maintain gut health and to help prevent flare-ups if you experience chronic diarrhea. If you are using Banatrol Plus® to manage short term diarrhea from illness etc. you can continue for gut health maintenance as well or use Floratrol for daily gut health maintenance. Banatrol Plus® can be used daily to manage the reocurrence of diarrhea without causing constipation.
BANATROL®
PLUS
A Practical Guide to Managing
Diarrhea and Loose Stool
Specialized banana flakes
plus Bimuno® prebiotic
Helps support firmer stool
without intentionally
stopping normal bowel
movement
Easy to mix into drinks or
soft foods
Gluten free; contains
milk-derived ingredients
and a small amount of
lactose
Understanding Banatrol Plus
Banatrol Plus is a clinically supported medical food designed to help manage diarrhea and loose stools through nutrition. Instead of slowing your digestive system the way some anti-diarrheal medicines do, it combines specialized banana flakes with Bimuno®, a prebiotic that supports beneficial bacteria in the gut. Together, these ingredients help absorb excess water, support more formed stool, and promote digestive balance.
Banatrol Plus can be used by adults dealing with occasional or ongoing loose stools caused by changes in diet, food sensitivities, medications, digestive conditions, illness, or other disruptions to the gut. Because diarrhea can have many causes, it is still important to stay hydrated and talk with a healthcare professional when symptoms are severe, persistent, or unexplained. Below, you will learn who may benefit from Banatrol Plus, how its ingredients work, what makes it different from many common options, and how to add it to your daily routine.
Who Can Benefit From Banatrol Plus?
Banatrol Plus is a clinically supported medical food designed to help manage diarrhea and loose stools through nutrition. Instead of slowing your digestive system the way some anti-diarrheal medicines do, it combines specialized banana flakes with Bimuno®, a prebiotic that supports beneficial bacteria in the gut. Together, these ingredients help absorb excess water, support more formed stool, and promote digestive balance.
WHEN
MAY HELP
Loose or watery stool
Support for occasional or recurring changes in stool consistency
IBS with diarrhea
A nutrition-based option to support more predictable stool.
Food sensitivities
Helpful when certain foods or sweeteners trigger loose stool
Medication-related changes
Support when medicines affect your bowel habits.
Recovery after illness
Added stool support once the cause has been assessed
Treatment-related symptoms
Nutritional support during certain medical treatments.
Sudden, severe, bloody, or dehydration-related diarrhea needs medical evaluation.
Digestive conditions and situations Banatrol Plus may support
Diarrhea and loose stools can happen for many reasons. Sometimes symptoms appear suddenly after a meal, illness, or medication change. In other cases, they may come and go as part of an ongoing digestive condition. Banatrol Plus offers a nutrition-based way to support stool consistency without intentionally stopping normal bowel movement.
IBS with
diarrhea
If you live with diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome, you may experience urgency, frequent bowel movements, abdominal discomfort, and unpredictable flare-ups. Banatrol Plus can be one part of a broader routine that may also include avoiding trigger foods, managing stress, staying hydrated, and following guidance from your healthcare provider. It is designed to support stool consistency and digestive health; it does not cure IBS.
Diarrhea and loose
stools
Loose or watery stool can affect your daily routine, sleep, appetite, comfort, and confidence when leaving home. It can also increase the risk of dehydration. The soluble fiber in specialized banana flakes helps bind excess water in the digestive tract, which may support a more formed and manageable stool.
Food intolerance
and sweeteners
Lactose, sugar alcohols, artificial sweeteners, and other poorly absorbed carbohydrates can trigger loose stools for some people. Identifying and limiting your personal triggers is important. Banatrol Plus contains a small amount of lactose from Bimuno — approximately 0.27 grams per serving — so individual tolerance may vary. Do not use Banatrol Plus if you have a milk allergy.
Crohn’s disease, celiac disease,
and other digestive conditions
Conditions such as Crohn’s disease and celiac disease can cause recurring diarrhea and require condition-specific care. Banatrol Plus may provide additional nutritional support for stool consistency, but it does not treat inflammation, replace a gluten-free diet, or take the place of prescribed treatment. Banatrol Plus is labeled gluten free.
Medications, infections,
chemotherapy, and radiation
Antibiotics, certain diabetes medicines, magnesium-containing products, chemotherapy, radiation, and infections can all affect bowel habits. If your symptoms began after a medication change or during treatment, talk with your healthcare provider before making changes to your care plan. Banatrol Plus may help support stool consistency while you address the underlying cause.
Two-part nutrition
approach
Specialized
banana flakes
Pectin + soluble fiber
Bind excess water in the digestive tract and support a firmer stool.
Water-binding support
Bimuno®
prebiotic
Galactooligosaccharides (GOS)
Feed beneficial gut bacteria and support a balanced microbiome.
Microbiome support
Banatrol Plus ingredients and medical food information
Specialized banana flakes
Banatrol Plus is made with specialized banana flakes—not ordinary banana powder. The bananas are cooked before being dehydrated and made into flakes. They provide pectin and soluble fiber that help bind excess water in the digestive tract. Because the banana flakes are taken with fluid or mixed into soft foods, they rehydrate and swell in the digestive tract the way natural fiber should. This helps the fiber interact with stool and other digestive contents quickly and effectively. This supports a firmer stool while allowing your digestive system to keep moving normally, which may help reduce the chance of swinging from diarrhea to constipation.
Natural ingredients and
a short formula
The original banana flavor contains specialized banana flakes and Bimuno prebiotic. The pineapple-banana flavor also includes natural pineapple flavor, stevia, and salt. The short ingredient list makes Banatrol Plus easy to add to your routine, but you should still review the label carefully for allergies and sensitivities.
Designed not to cause constipation
Many anti-diarrheal medicines work by slowing intestinal movement. While that may be useful in certain situations, it can sometimes leave you feeling constipated. Banatrol Plus works differently. Its specialized banana flakes bind excess water, while Bimuno supports beneficial gut bacteria. The goal is to improve stool consistency without intentionally stopping normal bowel function.
A medical food—not an
ordinary supplement
Banatrol Plus is a medical food formulated for the dietary management of diarrhea and loose stools. It is not an over-the-counter drug or a general wellness supplement. Follow the directions on the label, and speak with a healthcare professional if you have an ongoing medical condition or persistent symptoms.
About Bimuno® Prebiotic
Bimuno is a galactooligosaccharide, or GOS, prebiotic. Prebiotics act as food for beneficial bacteria already living in your gut. This is different from a probiotic, which contains live microorganisms. By helping nourish selected beneficial bacteria—especially bifidobacteria—Bimuno supports a more balanced digestive environment.
Bimuno has been studied for its effects on beneficial gut bacteria and digestive comfort. In Banatrol Plus, it complements the water-binding role of specialized banana flakes, creating a two-part approach: support more formed stool now while also nourishing the gut microbiome.
Why Choose Banatrol Plus
Clinically supported ingredients
Banana-derived soluble fiber and resistant starch have been studied for their role in supporting stool consistency during diarrhea. Banatrol Plus uses specialized banana flakes to provide this nutrition-based water-binding action in a convenient, easy-to-mix form.
Bimuno has also been researched for its ability to support beneficial gut bacteria and digestive health. Together, these ingredients provide a practical approach that supports both stool formation and the gut microbiome.
Trusted for more than 25 years
Banatrol Plus has been used for more than 25 years by people looking for a nutrition-based way to manage diarrhea and loose stools. It is available in convenient single-serving packets and larger jars, making it easy to use at home or while traveling.
30-day money-back guarantee
There is a 30-day money-back guarantee, so you can try Banatrol Plus with less financial risk. Review the current guarantee terms on the website when placing your order.
Safety
considerations
- Banatrol Plus contains milk-derived ingredients and a small amount of lactose. Do not use it if you have a milk allergy.
- Do not use Banatrol Plus if you have latex-fruit syndrome or have experienced allergic reactions to banana.
- For children, pregnancy, significant medical conditions, or symptoms that continue over time, talk with a qualified healthcare professional before use.
- Seek urgent medical care for bloody or black stool, severe abdominal pain, fainting, confusion, high fever, signs of dehydration, or rapidly worsening symptoms.
- Ongoing diarrhea can cause fluid, electrolyte, and nutrient losses. Even if Banatrol Plus helps improve stool consistency, persistent symptoms should be evaluated by a healthcare professional.
Banatrol Plus contains milk-derived ingredients and a small amount of lactose. Do not use it if you have a milk allergy.
IMPORTANT: Banatrol Plus can support stool consistency, but ongoing or severe diarrhea still needs attention to hydration and the underlying cause.
What to Expect From Banatrol Plus
How to use Banatrol Plus
Mix one scoop or one packet with 4 ounces of water or juice, up to three times daily. You can also stir it into soft foods such as oatmeal, applesauce, yogurt, or a smoothie. Do not take more than six scoops per day or more than two scoops at one time. Follow the product label and use consistently so you can accurately evaluate how well it works for you.
Measure
One scoop or one packet.
Mix
Into 4 oz of water or juice.
or stir into a soft food — oatmeal, applesauce, yogurt, a smoothie.
Use
Up to three times daily.
Individual needs may vary. Some people may find that one or two servings per day meet their needs. Do not exceed six scoops per day or two scoops at one time. Follow the directions on the product label.
What to expect after using Banatrol Plus
How long does it take to work?
Everyone responds differently because the cause and severity of loose stools can vary. Some people may notice a change quickly, while others may need several days of consistent use. Give Banatrol Plus up to two weeks to determine how well it fits your needs. Contact a healthcare professional if symptoms worsen, you become dehydrated, or you do not improve.
What effects can you expect?
The intended result is less watery, more formed stool and greater predictability. Because Bimuno is a fermentable prebiotic, you may notice temporary gas or bloating as your digestive system adjusts. Use the recommended serving size and space servings throughout the day. Stop use and seek medical attention for a rash, difficulty breathing, severe pain, vomiting, or another concerning reaction.
Frequently asked Questions
Is Banatrol Plus a medication?
No. It is a medical food formulated for the dietary management of diarrhea and loose stools.
Can I use Banatrol Plus if I am lactose intolerant?
Banatrol Plus contains less than 0.27 grams of lactose per scoop. The lactose comes from Bimuno®, the prebiotic that is a key part of the formula, and is the reason the product carries a “contains milk” statement. This small amount generally does not affect people with lactose intolerance, although individual tolerance can vary. Banatrol Plus is not suitable for someone with a milk allergy.
Why does the prebiotic contain lactose?
Bimuno is produced using an enzyme to create a specific type of galactooligosaccharide, or GOS. These prebiotic structures are similar to those naturally found in human milk. A small amount of residual lactose remains as part of the production process. Because Bimuno is an important contributor to the formula’s intended effect, removing the residual lactose or replacing the ingredient could change how the product performs.
How is Bimuno different from many other prebiotics?
Many commonly used prebiotics are plant-derived and can be high in FODMAPs, particularly when used at larger amounts. Bimuno is produced through a specialized enzymatic process and is designed to selectively nourish beneficial gut bacteria at a relatively low dose. The patented prebiotic has also been clinically studied for its effects on beneficial bacteria and gut immune activity, supporting a more balanced digestive environment.
Can I mix it with food?
Yes. Mix it with water or juice, or stir it into oatmeal, applesauce, yogurt, smoothies, and other soft foods.
Does it need refrigeration?
No. Store jars and packets at room temperature and keep opened jars in a cool, dry place.
Is it gluten free?
Yes. Banatrol Plus is labeled gluten free. It does contain milk-derived ingredients and approximately 0.27 grams of lactose per serving.
Can children use it?
Talk with your child’s healthcare provider before use. The serving directions provided on the label are intended for adults.
Can I continue using it after my symptoms improve?
Some people with recurring loose stools use a maintenance serving. Discuss long-term use with a healthcare professional, especially when symptoms are ongoing.
A Nutrition-Based
Way to support
better stool
consistency
Banatrol Plus combines specialized banana flakes that bind excess water with Bimuno prebiotic that nourishes beneficial gut bacteria. It is easy to mix, designed not to stop normal bowel movement, and backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee. Whether you are dealing with an occasional episode or recurring loose stools, Banatrol Plus can be a simple addition to your digestive-care routine. Remember to stay hydrated and seek medical advice when symptoms are severe, persistent, or accompanied by warning signs.