Loperamide Diarrhoea Relief 2mg Capsules x 12

Loperamide Diarrhoea Relief 2mg Capsules x12

What are Loperamide 2mg Capsules?

Loperamide 2mg capsules relieve diarrhoea quickly and effectively. 

The active ingredient is Loperamide. Loperamide works by slowing down your bowel and returning it to its normal rhythm. This helps to restore the absorption of fluids into your body.

Everyone gets diarrhoea from time to time. Though there are many different types of diarrhoea, these are some of the most common ones:

1. Frequent diarrhoea. While most people only experience diarrhoea from time to time, some people can get it more often and persistently.
2. Travellers' diarrhoea. When you're abroad it's easy to get foreign bugs or food poisoning from unfamiliar food or drinks.
3. Infectious. There are numerous infections that can lead to diarrhoea.
4. Norovirus. If you catch what's sometimes called the winter vomiting bug, diarrhoea will likely be a symptom.
5. IBS - to treat acute episodes of diarrhoea associated with IBS if your doctor has previously diagnosed IBS. 

Warnings and Precautions

Not suitable for use by children under the age of 12 or IBS patients under the age of 18.

If you have AIDS and your stomach becomes swollen, stop using this product and speak to your doctor immediately.

DO NOT USE IF:

• If you are breastfeeding
• You are allergic to any of the ingredients this medication contains
• You have severe diarrhoea after taking antibiotics
• You are having a flare-up of an inflammatory bowel condition, such as ulcerative colitis
• You are constipated or your stomach appears swollen (especially in children with severe dehydration)
• You have acute dysentery, showing symptoms such as blood in your stools, high temperature

Speak to your GP before use if:

• You are pregnant
• Suffer from liver disease
• Have diarrhoea that lasts for more than 48 hours or have had severe diarrhoea
• Have been told by your GP that you have an intolerance to some sugars

Ingredients

Active ingredient: Loperamide hydrochloride. Each capsule contains 2mg Loperamide hydrochloride.

How do I take Loperamide 2mg Capsules?

Dosage:

For adults and children over 12:  Take TWO Capsules after the first loose bowel movement, followed by ONE tablet after each loose bowel movement thereafter. DO NOT take more than 6 capsules in a 24 hour period

• You must not take loperamide capsules for diarrhoea attacks that last longer than 48 hours
• If you are an adult with IBS that has been diagnosed by your GP, you may take loperamide Capsules for up to 2 weeks, you must not exceed the stated dose

What are the side effects of Loperamide 2mg Capsules?

Possible side effects:

• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Tiredness,
• Constipation

If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your GP promptly.

If you have any concerns or queries regarding any side effects this medicine has caused or could cause you can call your GP or our pharmacist.

If you have any severe side effects stop use immediately and seek medical assistance as soon as possible.

Reporting of side effects

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in the above description and patient information leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for “MHRA yellowcard” in the Google Play or Apple App Store. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.