A client is experiencing diarrhea after starting a new medication. Which additive in the medication most likely is causing this client's new symptom?

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Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol used as filler in medication that can act as a laxative. Gluten should be avoided with clients who may have an allergy or who have celiac disease. Hidden sodium can produce an adverse effect on clients with a sodium-restricted diet. Yellow dye #5 is used as a coloring agent is some medications and can cause dermatologic symptoms in clients with an allergy.

A Client Is Experiencing Diarrhea After Starting a New Medication