LOPERAMIDE

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’ 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

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

  • 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

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with LOPERAMIDE as Ingredient

ANDIAL 2MG TABLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
ANDIAL LIQUIDLOPERAMIDE
DIARLOP 2MG CAPLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
DIARSEC 2MG TABLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
DYRIL 2MG TABLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
ELDOPER 2MG CAPLOPERAMIDE 2 MG
ELDOPER 2MG TABLOPERAMIDE 2 MG
ELDOPER SUSPLOPERAMIDE
GLENDOPER 2MG CAPLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
IMODIUM 2MG CAPLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
IMODIUM CAPLOPERAMIDE 2 MG
IMOSEC M 2MG/125MG TABSIMETHICONE 125.0 MG, LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
L GRIP 10MSPORES/2MSPORES/60MSPORES CAPLACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES 60.0 MILLIONSPORES, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MILLIONSPORES, LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MILLIONSPORES
LOMID 2MG CAPLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOMID M SYPLOPERAMIDE
LOMOFEN PLUS 2MG TABLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOOPRA 10MG TABLOPERAMIDE 10.0 MG
LOOPRA 2MG CAPLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPAGUT TABLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPAJOY 2MG TABLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPAMIDE 2MG TABLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPAMIDE TABLOPERAMIDE 2 MG
LOPARET 2MG TABLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPERAMIDE 2MG CAPLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPIDE CAPLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPIDE TAB 2MGLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPIDUS CAPLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPIDUS TABLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPIPEN 2MG TABLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPOX 2MG TABLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPPA 2MG TABLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPRAMAC 2MG TABLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPRAMIDE 2MG TABLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LOPRAMIDE 5MG TABLOPERAMIDE 5.0 MG
LOPRAPIL 2MG CAPLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LORAMYL 2MG TABLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
LUPIDIUM TABLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
NORSTREP 200MG/2MG CAPNORFLOXACIN 200.0 MG, LOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
RIDOL 2MG TABLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
ROKAMIDE 2MG TABLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
ROKO 2MG CAPLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
ROKO CAPLOPERAMIDE 2 MG
SESTIL AD 2MG TABLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
STARLOP 2MG TABLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG
TROPAMIDE 2MG TABLOPERAMIDE 2.0 MG