Hello -- bile acid induced diarrhea is not uncommon following gall bladder removal. Some times, the content of one's diet is a major variable - because without one's gall bladder, bile secretion into the intestine following a meal is lacking - and fatty foods will proceed through the intestine without adequate mixing with bile - and bile acids are essential for fat absorption. The bile acid "binders" are charged molecules that bind to bile acids in the intestine, inhibiting bile acid laxative effect AND inhibiting cholesterol absorption too. Their essential action is to inhibit the lower intestinal reabsorption of bile acids (which is typically over 95%). Bile acid passage into the colon will cause irritation and even inflammation there - which contributes to diarrhea and colon discomfort. Three bile acid sequestrants are available in the United States: cholestyramine (Questran), colesevelam (Welchol) and colestipol (Colestid). These are equivalent though cholestyramine is oldest and thus least expensive. Exact non prescription options of these resins are not manufactured -- HOWEVER, other natural products can and do bind bile acids and thus reduce bile acid diarrhea and bile acid colitis. These are psyllium, flax fiber, chia seed fiber, and less powerful - apple and grapefruit pectins. Saponins are also available and work well -- marketed as Immun-Stat --- and pro biotics also help. Of all of these, I recommend the following: High Fiber Oat Meal for daily breakfast - two packets per day if instant - aim for 10 grams per packet - thus 20 grams per breakfast or other meal. Plus: psyllium powder daily - follow directions - space out in PM; Plus Flax Seed Powder - can add to oatmeal; Plus one apple per day; Plus Eliminate Trans Fats, Eliminate Saturated Fats, Minimize Chocolate; Start a Pro Biotic of any brand per day. Best wishes.