Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully. Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of loperamide in the pediatric population. Safety and efficacy have not been established. This medicine should not be used in children younger than 2 years of age. Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of loperamide in the elderly.
However, elderly patients are more likely to have heart rhythm problems, which may require caution in patients receiving loperamide. There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding. Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur.
In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are taking this medicine, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below.
The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive. Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines. Using this medicine with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you.
Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Loperamide Imodium. Reviewed: June 23, Loperamide is used to treat diarrhea. Diarrhea -- Acute Diarrhea -- Chronic.
You should not use loperamide if you are allergic to it, or if you have: stomach pain without diarrhea; diarrhea with a high fever; ulcerative colitis; diarrhea that is caused by a bacterial infection; or stools that are bloody, black, or tarry. Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take loperamide if you have: a fever; mucus in your stools; liver disease; or a heart rhythm disorder. Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant. You should not breast-feed while you are using loperamide.
Side Effects. Side Effects What are the side effects of Loperamide Imodium? Stop taking loperamide and call your doctor at once if you have: diarrhea that is watery or bloody; stomach pain or bloating; ongoing or worsening diarrhea; or fast or pounding heartbeats, fluttering in your chest, shortness of breath, and sudden dizziness like you might pass out.
Common side effects may include: constipation; dizziness, drowsiness; nausea; or stomach cramps. Based on FDA pregnancy categories. Interactions What drugs and food should I avoid while taking Loperamide Imodium? Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Imodium is available as a caplet and a liquid. Both forms are taken by mouth. These forms should be used for no more than two days.
However, the caplet is also available in a prescription form that may be used long-term. The prescription-strength form is used to treat diarrhea caused by digestive diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease. The recommended dosage is 4 mg to start, followed by 2 mg for each loose stool that occurs after that.
Dosage should be based on weight. When using either weight or age, use the following information:. Imodium is generally well-tolerated by many people.
However, it can sometimes cause some side effects. Serious side effects of Imodium are rare. Call your doctor right away if you have any of the following:.
Imodium interacts with certain drugs that break down in the body in the same way. The interactions can lead to increased levels of either medication in your body.
Imodium also interacts with other anti-diarrheal drugs or medications that cause constipation. Imodium is a safe medication for most people. However, it should be used carefully. And in some cases, it should be avoided. The following warnings can help keep you safe.
Do not take more than the maximum daily dosage of Imodium. It's not been officially approved and tested for preventing diarrhoea. It's best not to drink alcohol while you're taking loperamide. Alcohol makes you more likely to have side effects such as feeling sleepy or dizzy and having difficulty concentrating. Apart from avoiding alcohol, you can eat and drink normally while you're taking loperamide.
However, if you have diarrhoea it's best to avoid fatty or spicy food. Loperamide can make you feel dizzy, tired or sleepy. You might also feel less alert, feel faint or pass out. If this happens to you do not drive, cycle or use machinery or tools until the effect has worn off. Yes, you can take loperamide at the same time as everyday painkillers like paracetamol and ibuprofen.
There is another medicine for diarrhoea called co-phenotrope. This works in a similar way to loperamide to slow down your gut. You do not usually need an antibiotic for diarrhoea. However, occasionally your doctor will prescribe an antibiotic if you have severe diarrhoea caused by a specific kind of bacteria. Speak to a pharmacist if you have signs of dehydration , such as peeing less than usual or having dark, strong-smelling pee.
Your pharmacist can recommend oral rehydration sachets. These are powders that you mix with water and then drink. If you've been diagnosed with a particular health problem that's causing your diarrhoea, treating the problem may help improve your symptoms. For example, you can help relieve IBS with changes to your diet and medicines. Page last reviewed: 8 March Next review due: 8 March Loperamide - Brand names: Imodium, Dioraleze On this page About loperamide Key facts Who can and cannot take loperamide How and when to take loperamide Side effects How to cope with side effects of loperamide Pregnancy and breastfeeding Cautions with other medicines Common questions about loperamide.
About loperamide Loperamide is a medicine to treat diarrhoea runny poo. The tablets that melt are called Imodium Instants or Imodium Instant Melts Loperamide is also available combined with simeticone. Help us improve our website Can you answer a quick question about your visit today?
Diarrhoea that starts suddenly usually gets better on its own within 5 to 7 days. If you need immediate short-term relief, taking loperamide can reduce the number of times you go to the toilet and it makes your poo less watery.
Do not give loperamide to children under 12 years old unless their doctor has prescribed it. If you've bought loperamide from a pharmacy or shop, do not take it for more than 48 hours without talking to a doctor. Only take the recommended amount. Too much loperamide can cause serious heart problems including a fast or irregular heartbeat. Pharmacies and supermarkets may sell their own brands of loperamide, usually called anti-diarrhoea or diarrhoea relief capsules.
Some products have IBS in the name. However, they're no different from others. Loperamide is available to buy without a prescription for: anyone aged 12 and older with short-term diarrhoea an adult 18 years and older with IBS diarrhoea, but only if a doctor has diagnosed IBS. If you are not sure whether you have IBS, talk to your doctor It's available on prescription only for: children again 11 years and younger young people aged 12 to 17 years with IBS or long-lasting diarrhoea adults with long-lasting diarrhoea.
Younger children Only give loperamide to children aged 11 years or under if their doctor prescribes it.
Loperamide is not suitable for some people. How to take it You can take loperamide with or without food. Capsules and tablets: swallow these whole, with a drink of water. Dosage and strength Loperamide comes as: tablets and capsules that contain 2mg of loperamide liquid that contains 1mg of loperamide in a 5ml spoonful The recommended dose depends on the type of diarrhoea you have and your age. Adults over 18 , with short-term diarrhoea or IBS The usual starting dose is: capsules or tablets: take 2 capsules or tablets, taken immediately.
Then take 1 capsule or tablet after each runny poo.
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