Loperam 2mg capsule 6x10s

Brand: PPP

Diarrhea Antidiarrhoeal

Loperam 2mg capsule is composed of Loperamide (2mg)

Primary Uses
Indications
Side Effects
Warnings
Contraindications
FAQS

Primary Uses

Diarrhea

Indications

Loperamide is used to treat Diarrhea.

Side Effects

The use of this medicine is associated with side effects such as rash (redness of skin), abdominal cramps (pain), paralytic (loss of movements)

Warnings

Pregnancy

The use of this medicine in pregnancy is not rated

Lactation

The effect of Loperamide is not known or must be closely monitored.

Driving

Please avoid driving when taking this medicine as it may affect your ability to drive.

Precautions

Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you have acute dysentery (bloody diarrhea) or hepatic impairment (liver disorder).

Contraindications

It is advisable to not to use if hypersensitivity (allergy) to levofloxacin or Ofloxacin is known.

FAQS

What are the uses of Loperamide?

This medication is used for treating diarrhea including traveler’s diarrhea. It is also used in patients who have undergone ileostomy (surgery of the ileum, large intestine) to reduce amount of discharge and in patients with inflammatory bowel disease.

How to store Loperamide?

Please store this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius). Keep medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please do not flush medicines down the toilet. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.

What are the precautions for taking Loperamide?

• You may feel drowsy after taking this medicine therefore avoid work requiring alertness e.g. driving

Does Loperamide have any effect on pregnancy and lactation?

This medicine should only be used during pregnancy if no safer alternate is available. Consult your health care provider before use of this medicine. The exact effects of this medicine in lactating mothers are unknown. Many doctors consider it safe during lactation. Consult your health care provider before use of this medicine.

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