Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Serious Side-Effects
- 9 Rare Side-Effects
- 10 Disease Interactions
- 11 Technical Classification
- 12 Storage Conditions
- 13 Available Alternatives
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Overview
LOPERAMIDE is a Schedule H drug.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’ DiarrhoeaLOPERAMIDE 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
How Do I Take It?
Route of Administration: OralPrecautions
- 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, FaintingCommon Side-Effects
LOPERAMIDE : Constipation, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Nausea, Fatigue (tiredness)Serious Side-Effects
LOPERAMIDE : Abdomen Pain, Irregular HeartbeatRare Side-Effects
LOPERAMIDE : Skin Rash, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Loss Of Appetite, Dry MouthDisease Interactions
LOPERAMIDE can interfere with: Diarrhoea, Gastroenteritis, EnterocolitisTechnical Classification
LOPERAMIDE is categorized as: ANTIDIARRHEALS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTSStorage Conditions
Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)Available Alternatives
Common Drugs with LOPERAMIDE as Ingredient
ANDIAL 2MG TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
ANDIAL LIQUID | LOPERAMIDE |
DIARLOP 2MG CAP | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
DIARSEC 2MG TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
DYRIL 2MG TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
ELDOPER 2MG CAP | LOPERAMIDE 2 MG |
ELDOPER 2MG TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2 MG |
ELDOPER SUSP | LOPERAMIDE |
GLENDOPER 2MG CAP | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
IMODIUM 2MG CAP | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
IMODIUM CAP | LOPERAMIDE 2 MG |
IMOSEC M 2MG/125MG TAB | SIMETHICONE 125.0 MG, LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
L GRIP 10MSPORES/2MSPORES/60MSPORES CAP | LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES 60.0 MILLIONSPORES, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MILLIONSPORES, LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MILLIONSPORES |
LOMID 2MG CAP | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
LOMID M SYP | LOPERAMIDE |
LOMOFEN PLUS 2MG TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
LOOPRA 10MG TAB | LOPERAMIDE 10.0 MG |
LOOPRA 2MG CAP | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
LOPAGUT TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
LOPAJOY 2MG TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
LOPAMIDE 2MG TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
LOPAMIDE TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2 MG |
LOPARET 2MG TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
LOPERAMIDE 2MG CAP | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
LOPIDE CAP | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
LOPIDE TAB 2MG | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
LOPIDUS CAP | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
LOPIDUS TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
LOPIPEN 2MG TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
LOPOX 2MG TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
LOPPA 2MG TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
LOPRAMAC 2MG TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
LOPRAMIDE 2MG TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
LOPRAMIDE 5MG TAB | LOPERAMIDE 5.0 MG |
LOPRAPIL 2MG CAP | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
LORAMYL 2MG TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
LUPIDIUM TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
NORSTREP 200MG/2MG CAP | NORFLOXACIN 200.0 MG, LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
RIDOL 2MG TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
ROKAMIDE 2MG TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
ROKO 2MG CAP | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
ROKO CAP | LOPERAMIDE 2 MG |
SESTIL AD 2MG TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
STARLOP 2MG TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |
TROPAMIDE 2MG TAB | LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG |