Precautions
What is the use of Imodium capsules?
This medication is used to treat sudden diarrhea (including traveler's diarrhea). It works by slowing down the movement of the gut. This decreases the number of bowel movements and makes the stool less watery. Loperamide is also used to reduce the amount of discharge in patients who have undergone an ileostomy.
Is Imodium an antibiotic?
Imodium is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of acute diarrhea, chronic diarrhea and Traveler's Diarrhea. Imodium may be used alone or with other medications. Imodium belongs to a class of drugs called Antidiarrheals.
How many capsules of Imodium can I take?
Adults—At first, 4 milligrams (mg) (2 capsules) after the first loose bowel movement, then 2 mg (1 capsule) after each loose bowel movement after the first dose has been taken. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed. However, dose is usually not more than 16 mg (8 capsules) per day.
Which Imodium is best for diarrhea?
Take comfort in knowing that IMODIUM® A-D Liquid for use in children is the only over-the-counter brand anti-diarrheal that's FDA-approved for children ages 6 and up. It's the only medicine that treats diarrhea along with the symptoms of gas, bloating, cramps and pressure. It works faster than Loperamide alone.
Can I take Imodium daily?
You shouldn't use Imodium for more than 2 days in a row. A prescription-strength Imodium caplet is available for long-term use. It's usually prescribed to treat diarrhea caused by a chronic condition, such as inflammatory bowel disease.
Can Imodium be taken on an empty stomach?
You can take loperamide with or without food. Capsules and tablets: swallow these whole, with a drink of water.
Does Imodium stop diarrhea?
IMODIUM® Multi-Symptom Relief tablets work quickly to relieve diarrhea, while also soothing painful cramps, uncomfortable bloating and gas. It contains an additional ingredient called Simethicone, which helps to ease excess gas in the intestines and relieves bloating and pain due to gas.
What is best for diarrhea?
Two types of meds relieve diarrhea in different ways: Loperamide (Imodium) slows the movement of food through your intestines, which lets your body absorb more liquid. Bismuth subsalicylate (Kaopectate, Pepto-Bismol) balances out how fluid moves through your digestive tract.
How fast does Imodium work?
IMODIUM® can take less than 1 hour to relieve diarrhoea, helping restore the rhythm of your digestive system. IMODIUM® Plus Comfort which contains the additional ingredient simethicone, which helps to alleviate other symptoms that can accompany diarrhoea, including cramps, bloating and wind.
Which tablet is best for motions?
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What causes water diarrhea?
Bacteria that cause diarrhea-producing infections include salmonella and E. coli. Contaminated food and fluids are common sources of bacterial infections. Rotavirus, norovirus, and other kinds of viral gastroenteritis, commonly referred to as “stomach flu,” are among the viruses that can cause explosive diarrhea.
Q. Is Imodium Capsule safe?
Imodium Capsule is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side effects, consult your doctor.
Q. What is Imodium Capsule used for?
Imodium Capsule is used for treating short-term or long-term diarrhea, with or without any associated disease.
Q. Can Imodium Capsule be used for IBS?
Imodium Capsule may be used in few cases of IBS but please consult your doctor before its use.
Q. Can I take Imodium Capsule with antibiotics, paracetamol, ibuprofen, omeprazole, ciprofloxacin, d...
Imodium Capsule may be taken simultaneously with antibiotics, paracetamol, ibuprofen, omiprazole or ciprofloxacin. Imodium Capsule might interact w...
Q. Does Imodium Capsule help in opiate withdrawal?
Imodium Capsule is used in higher doses as a part of opiate withdrawal process. However, do consult your doctor regarding the same.
Q. Is Imodium Capsule addictive?
No, Imodium Capsule is a safe and non-addictive anti-diarrheal drug.
Q. Can Imodium Capsule be used for stomach cramps, nausea, stomach flu, rota virus diarrhea and gas?
Imodium Capsule may benefit few cases of stomach cramps or nausea associated with diarrhea. It is sometimes used for stomach flu, rota virus diarrh...
Q. Can I take Imodium Capsule with cimetidine?
Cimetidine can decrease the metabolism of Imodium Capsule, increase its blood levels and hence, increase its effects and side effects. Your dose of...
Before Taking This Medicine
You should not use Imodium if you are allergic to loperamide, or if you have: 1. stomach pain without diarrhea; 2. diarrhea with a high fever; 3. u...
How Should I Take Imodium?
Use Imodium exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.Imodium is safe when used as directed. TAKING TOO MUCH LOPERAMIDE CAN...
Imodium Dosing Information
Usual Adult Dose for Diarrhea -- Acute:4 mg orally after the first loose stool, then 2 mg orally after each unformed stoolMaximum dose: 16 mg per d...
What Happens If I Miss A Dose?
Since Imodium is used when needed, it does not have a daily dosing schedule. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after using this medi...
What Happens If I Overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. An overdose of loperamide can be fatal.Overdose symptoms may inclu...
What Should I Avoid While Taking Imodium?
Avoid drinking tonic water. It can interact with loperamide and may cause serious heart problems.Avoid becoming dehydrated by drinking plenty of fl...
What Other Drugs Will Affect Imodium?
Sometimes it is not safe to use certain medications at the same time. Some drugs can affect your blood levels of other drugs you take. Ask a doctor...
What is imodium hydrochloride?
IMODIUM® (loperamide hydrochloride) is indicated for the control and symptomatic relief of acute nonspecific diarrhea and of chronic diarrhea associated with inflammatory bowel disease. IMODIUM® (loperamide hcl) is also indicated for reducing the volume of discharge from ileostomies.
What is imodium used for?
Imodium (loperamide hydrochloride) is an antidiarrheal used to treat diarrhea. Imodium is also used to reduce the amount of stool in people who have an ileostomy (re-routing of the bowel through a surgical opening in the stomach). Imodium is available in generic form and over-the-counter ( OTC ).
When should Imodium be discontinued?
IMODIUM (loperamide hcl) must be discontinued promptly when constipation, abdominal distention or ileus develop.
Why is IMODIUM used in children?
IMODIUM® (loperamide hcl) should be used with special caution in young children because of the greater variability of response in this age group. Dehydration, particularly in younger children, may further influence the variability of response to IMODIUM® (loperamide hcl) .
Is IMODIUM a pharmacokinetic drug?
Although no pharmacokinetic data are available in patients with hepatic impairment, IMODIUM (loperamide hcl) should be used with caution in such patients because of reduced first pass metabolism. (see PRECAUTIONS ).
What are the side effects of imodium?
What are side effects of Imodium? 1 severe constipation/ nausea / vomiting, 2 stomach or abdominal pain, or 3 uncomfortable fullness of the stomach or abdomen.
Is loperamide a substrate?
Nonclinical data have shown that loperamide is a P-glycoprotein substrate. Concomitant administration of loperamide (16 mg single dose) with a 600 mg single dose of either quinidine, or ritonavir, both of which are P-glycoprotein inhibitors, resulted in a 2- to 3- fold increase in loperamide plasma levels. Due to the potential for enhanced central effects when loperamide is coadministered with quinidine and with ritonavir, caution should be exercised when loperamide is administered at the recommended dosages (2 mg, up to 16 mg maximum daily dose) with P-glycoprotein inhibitors.
What is imodium A-D used for?
Imodium A-D is used to treat diarrhea. Imodium A-D is also used to reduce the amount of stool in people who have an ileostomy (re-routing of the bowel through a surgical opening in the stomach).
How long does it take for imodium to work?
Drink plenty of liquids while you are taking this medicine. It may take up to 48 hours of taking Imodium A-D before your symptoms improve. Keep using the medication as directed and tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 10 days of treatment.
How to take loperamide?
This medicine doses in children are based on the child's age. Take Imodium A-D 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.
How to know if you're overdosed on loperamide?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. An overdose of loperamide can be fatal. Overdose symptoms may include fast or irregular heartbeats, or fainting. A person caring for you should seek emergency medical attention if you pass out and are hard to wake up.
Does imodium cause hives?
Imodium A-D side effects. Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Imodium A-D ( hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat) or a severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning in your eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash that spreads and causes blistering and peeling).
Can Imodium A-D be frozen?
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not allow the liquid medicine to freeze. Stop taking Imodium A-D and call your doctor if you still have diarrhea after 2 days of treatment, or if you also have stomach bloating. Detailed Imodium A-D dosage information.
What is imodium hydrochloride?
Imodium® (loperamide hydrochloride) is indicated for the control and symptomatic relief of acute nonspecific diarrhea and of chronic diarrhea associated with inflammatory bowel disease. Imodium® is also indicated for reducing the volume of discharge from ileostomies.
When should Imodium be discontinued?
Imodium must be discontinued promptly when constipation, abdominal distention or ileus develop.
How long does it take for loperamide to reach plasma levels?
Plasma levels are highest approximately five hours after administration of the capsule and 2.5 hours after the liquid. The peak plasma levels of loperamide were similar for both formulations.
Does imodium slow down the bowels?
Imodium - Clinical Pharmacology. In vitro and animal studies show that Imodium® (loperamide hydrochloride) acts by slowing intestinal motility and by affecting water and electrolyte movement through the bowel. Loperamide binds to the opiate receptor in the gut wall. Consequently, it inhibits the release of acetylcholine and prostaglandins, ...
Is loperamide genotoxic?
Loperamide was not genotoxic in the Ames test, the SOS chromotest in E. coli, the dominant lethal test in female mice, or the mouse embryo cell transformation assay. Fertility and reproductive performance was evaluated in rats using oral doses of 2.5, 10, and 40 mg/kg/day (females only) in a second study.
Is loperamide a substrate?
Nonclinical data have shown that loperamide is a P-glycoprotein substrate. Concomitant administration of loperamide (16 mg single dose) with a 600 mg single dose of either quinidine, or ritonavir, both of which are P-glycoprotein inhibitors, resulted in a 2- to 3- fold increase in loperamide plasma levels.
Can Imodium be used for ulcerative colitis?
Imodium should not be used as the primary therapy: -. in patients with acute dysentery, which is characterized by blood in stools and high fever, -. in patients with acute ulcerative colitis, -. in patients with bacterial enterocolitis caused by invasive organisms including Salmonella, Shigella, and Campylobacter, -.
Product Overview
IMODIUM Multi-Symptom Relief is the only product that relieves diarrhea along with the symptoms of gas, bloating, cramps and pressure. The combination of Loperamide plus Simethicone provide fast relief from acute diarrhea and associated gas-related abdominal discomfort.
Warnings
Allergy alert: Do not use if you have ever had a rash or other allergic reaction to Loperamide HCl.
Product Overview
IMODIUM A-D Softgels relieve diarrhea symptoms by helping to restore your body’s natural rhythm.
Warnings
Allergy alert: Do not use if you have ever had a rash or other allergic reaction to Loperamide HCl.
What to know before taking loperamide?
Before using loperamide, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the drugs you take and if you have any of the following conditions: certain heart problems ( heart failure, slow heartbeat, QT prolongation in the EKG ), family history of certain heart problems (QT prolongation in the EKG, sudden cardiac death).
Can loperamide make you dizzy?
Talk to your doctor about using loperamide safely. This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. Alcohol or marijuana ( cannabis) can make you more dizzy or drowsy.
Imodium Description
This medication is used to treat sudden diarrhea (including traveler's diarrhea). It works by slowing down the movement of the gut. This decreases the number of bowel movements and makes the stool less watery.
Status: Discontinued
May Treat: Diarrhea · Diarrhea secondary to inflammatory bowel disease · Traveler's diarrhea
Alternate Brand Names: Imodium A-D
Drug Class: Antidiarrheal - Antiperistaltic Agents
Availability: Prescription sometimes needed
Status: Discontinued
May Treat: Diarrhea · Diarrhea secondary to inflammatory bowel disease · Traveler's diarrhea
Alternate Brand Names: Imodium A-D
Drug Class: Antidiarrheal - Antiperistaltic Agents
Availability: Prescription sometimes needed
Pregnancy: Consult your doctor
Lactation: Consult a doctor before using
Alcohol: Limit intake while taking this medication
Driving: May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Use caution
Manufacturer: JANSSEN PHARM.
- Unless MD directs, do not use in kids less than 2
- Read directions carefully before start of therapy
- Drink extra water to avoid dehydration.
- Unless MD directs, do not use in kids less than 2
- Read directions carefully before start of therapy
- Drink extra water to avoid dehydration.
- May make you drowsy or dizzy. Drive with caution
- Avoid drinking alcohol
- Call doctor if diarrhea lasts more than 2 days
- Review all drugs you are taking with your doctor
- For capsule products : Call DR. if blood in stool or bloody diarrhea.
- For liquid products : Measure dose using a dosing spoon/cup/syringe.
- For tablet, chewable products : Chew medicine completely before swallowing.
Imodium - Clinical Pharmacology
Indications and Usage For Imodium
Contraindications
Warnings
Precautions
- In vitroand animal studies show that Imodium® (loperamide hydrochloride) acts by slowing intestinal motility and by affecting water and electrolyte movement through the bowel. Loperamide binds to the opiate receptor in the gut wall. Consequently, it inhibits the release of acetylcholine and prostaglandins, thereby reducing peristalsis, and increasing intestinal transit ti…
Adverse Reactions
- Imodium® (loperamide hydrochloride) is indicated for the control and symptomatic relief of acute nonspecific diarrhea and of chronic diarrhea associated with inflammatory bowel disease. Imodium® is also indicated for reducing the volume of discharge from ileostomies.
Drug Abuse and Dependence
- Imodium is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to loperamide hydrochloride or to any of the excipients. Imodium is contraindicated in patients with abdominal pain in the absence of diarrhea. Imodium is not recommended in infants below 24 months of age. Imodium should not be used as the primary therapy: - 1. in patients with acute dysentery, which is charact…
Overdosage
- Fluid and electrolyte depletion often occur in patients who have diarrhea. In such cases, administration of appropriate fluid and electrolytes is very important. The use of Imodium® does not preclude the need for appropriate fluid and electrolyte therapy. In general, Imodium should not be used when inhibition of peristalsis is to be avoided due to the possible risk of significant seq…
How Is Imodium Supplied
- General
Extremely rare allergic reactions including anaphylaxis and anaphylactic shock have been reported. In acute diarrhea, if clinical improvement is not observed in 48 hours, the administration of Imodium®(loperamide hydrochloride) should be discontinued and patients should be advise… - Information for Patients
Patients should be advised to check with their physician if their diarrhea does not improve in 48 hours or if they note blood in their stools, develop a fever or develop abdominal distention. Tiredness, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur in the setting of diarrheal syndromes treated wit…