LOPAMIDE TAB

Overview

LOPAMIDE TAB is a Schedule H drug.

LOPAMIDE TAB is composed of: LOPERAMIDE (2 MG)

Loperamide slows the rhythm of digestion so that the small intestines have more time to absorb fluid and nutrients from the foods you eat.Loperamide is used to treat diarrhea. Loperamide is also used to reduce the amount of stool in people who have an ileostomy.It should not be used in patients with dysentery .

Usage

LOPERAMIDE is generally used to treat: Diarrhoea, Travellers’ Diarrhoea
LOPERAMIDE can address symptoms like: Loose Motion, Dry Mouth, Increased Thirst, Loss Of Appetite, Decreased Urination, Fainting, Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Dark Colored (brown) Urine

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Precautions for LOPAMIDE TAB and its Constituents

• You should not use loperamide if you have ulcerative colitis, bloody or tarry stools, diarrhea with a high fever, or diarrhea caused by antibiotic medication.
• You should not use loperamide if you are allergic to it.
• Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.Loperamide is safe when used as directed.
• Take loperamide with a full glass of water. Diarrhea can cause your body to lose fluids and electrolytes.
• Drink plenty of liquids to keep from getting dehydrated.The loperamide chewable tablet must be chewed before swallowing.
• Shake the oral suspension (liquid) before you measure a dose. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).
• Avoid drinking tonic water. It can interact with loperamide and may cause serious heart problems.
• Avoid becoming dehydrated by drinking plenty of fluids.
• Avoid vigorous exercise or exposure to hot weather if you are dehydrated.Loperamide liquid may contain alcohol. Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how loperamide will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.
• Do not take this drug if you are severly constipated.

Symptoms of Overdosage

LOPERAMIDE over-dosage can result in: Irregular Heartbeat, Difficult To Wake From Sleep, Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Difficulty Urinating, Dizziness, Fainting

Common Side-Effects

LOPERAMIDE : Constipation, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Nausea, Fatigue (tiredness)

Serious Side-Effects

LOPERAMIDE : Abdomen Pain, Irregular Heartbeat

Rare Side-Effects

LOPERAMIDE : Skin Rash, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Loss Of Appetite, Dry Mouth

Disease Interactions

LOPERAMIDE can interfere with: Diarrhoea, Gastroenteritis, Enterocolitis

Technical Classification

LOPERAMIDE is categorized as: ANTIDIARRHEALS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS

Available Alternatives for LOPAMIDE TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ANDIAL 2MG TAB	INR 19.21 for 10 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
DIARLOP 2MG CAP	INR 17.18 for 10 CAPSULES	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
DIARSEC 2MG TAB	INR 14 for 10 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
DYRIL 2MG TAB	INR 218.75 for 200 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
ELDOPER 2MG CAP	INR 33.4 for 10 CAPSULES	LOPERAMIDE 2 MG
ELDOPER 2MG TAB	INR 24 for 10 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2 MG
GLENDOPER 2MG CAP	INR 18 for 10 CAPSULES	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
IMODIUM 2MG CAP	INR 13.9 for 4 CAPSULES	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
IMODIUM CAP	INR 17.97 for 4 CAPSULES	LOPERAMIDE 2 MG
LOMID 2MG CAP	INR 37.81 for 100 CAPSULES	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOMOFEN PLUS 2MG TAB	INR 38.4 for 20 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOOPRA 2MG CAP	INR 2.02 for 10 CAPSULES	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPAGUT TAB	INR 15 for 10 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPAJOY 2MG TAB	INR 13.33 for 10 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPAMIDE 2MG TAB	INR 18.5 for 10 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPAMIDE TAB	INR 14.5 for 10 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2 MG
LOPARET 2MG TAB	INR 17.65 for 10 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPERAMIDE 2MG CAP	INR 6.16 for 10 CAPSULES	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPIDE CAP	INR 18 for 10 CAPSULES	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPIDE TAB 2MG	INR 3.12 for 10 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPIDUS CAP	INR 5 for 10 CAPSULES	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPIDUS TAB	INR 4.16 for 10 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPIPEN 2MG TAB	INR 6.25 for 10 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPOX 2MG TAB	INR 10 for 10 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPPA 2MG TAB	INR 6.25 for 10 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPRAMAC 2MG TAB	INR 9.27 for 10 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPRAMIDE 2MG TAB	INR 41.25 for 100 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPRAPIL 2MG CAP	INR 5.56 for 10 CAPSULES	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LORAMYL 2MG TAB	INR 26.18 for 10 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LUPIDIUM TAB	INR 3.75 for 10 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
RIDOL 2MG TAB	INR 12.5 for 10 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
ROKAMIDE 2MG TAB	INR 8.5 for 10 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
ROKO 2MG CAP	INR 18 for 10 CAPSULES	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
ROKO CAP	INR 13 for 10 CAPSULES	LOPERAMIDE 2 MG
SESTIL AD 2MG TAB	INR 21.79 for 10 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
STARLOP 2MG TAB	INR 8.48 for 10 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
TROPAMIDE 2MG TAB	INR 3.75 for 10 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ANDIAL LIQUID	INR 11.38 for 30 ML LIQUID	LOPERAMIDE
ELDOPER SUSP	INR 400 for 30 ML SUSPENSION	LOPERAMIDE
IMOSEC M 2MG/125MG TAB	INR 25 for 4 TABLETS	SIMETHICONE 125.0 MG, LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
L GRIP 10MSPORES/2MSPORES/60MSPORES CAP	INR 21 for 10 CAPSULES	LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES 60.0 MILLIONSPORES, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MILLIONSPORES, LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MILLIONSPORES
LOMID M SYP	INR 10.99 for 30 ML SYRUP	LOPERAMIDE
LOOPRA 10MG TAB	INR 106.25 for 100 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 10.0 MG
LOPERAMIDE		LOPERAMIDE
LOPRAMIDE 5MG TAB	INR 5 for 10 TABLETS	LOPERAMIDE 5.0 MG
NORSTREP 200MG/2MG CAP	INR 19.37 for 10 CAPSULES	NORFLOXACIN 200.0 MG, LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG