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Buy Imodium, loperamide Buy Imodium (loperamide) to treat diarrhea. Loperamide 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). Loperamide is usually taken at the first sign of diarrhea, and again if diarrhea comes back. The first dose of loperamide is usually twice as much as the following doses.Contraindications: You should not take Imodium if you are allergic to loperamide, or any of the other ingredients contained in it. If you do experience an allergic reaction consult a medical professional immediately. Symptoms of allergic reaction includes, rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing. Make sure to tell your doctor your entire medical history and about any other medical problems you may have before taking Imodium. The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of loperamide. You should not use this medication if you have stools that are bloody, black, or tarry, or if you have diarrhea that is caused by taking an antibiotic. Consult a doctor if you have a fever, mucus in your stools, a history of liver disease, or if you are taking an antibiotic. To read more about Imodium, loperamide side effects, Imodium, loperamide dosage, and for more useful information about Imodium, loperamide, please click the product information link below.  PRODUCT INFORMATION
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Often prescribed for Diarrhea, to reduce the amount of stool in people who have an ileostomy. |
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Imodium, loperamide
Chemical Name
Loperamide
Ingredients
Active Ingredients: Loperamide
Non-Active Ingredients: Lactose, cornstarch, talc, and magnesium stearate, FD&C Yellow No. 6.
Indications
Imodium is used to treat diarrhea. Loperamide 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 It Works
Loperamide slows the speed of digestion so that the intestines have more time to absorb all the necessary fluids and nutrients from the foods you eat.
Dosage
Tablets (2 mg)
Loperamide is usually taken at the first sign of diarrhea, and again if diarrhea comes back. The first dose of loperamide is usually twice as much as the following doses. Do not take this medication more than 3 times in 24 hours without your doctor's advice.
Precautions
You should not take Imodium if you are allergic to loperamide, or any of the other ingredients contained in it. If you do experience an allergic reaction consult a medical professional immediately. Symptoms of allergic reaction includes, rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
Make sure to tell your doctor your entire medical history and about any other medical problems you may have before taking Imodium. The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of loperamide. You should not use this medication if you have stools that are bloody, black, or tarry, or if you have diarrhea that is caused by taking an antibiotic. Consult a doctor if you have a fever, mucus in your stools, a history of liver disease, or if you are taking an antibiotic.
Consult a doctor before taking Imodium if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The effects of Imodium on an unborn baby or nursing infant are unknown and as such you should consult a doctor before taking Imodium. Your doctor can weigh the risks of taking this medicine against the benefits it brings to determine if it is right for you.
When taking loperamide you should see your doctor regularly to check your progress. This will allow your doctor to see if the medicine is working properly and to decide if you should continue to take it. If your symptoms become worse, check with your doctor. You should see improvement in 2 days or if their is no improvement in 10 days consult your doctor.
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Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription, over-the-counter medicine, especially: Monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors: Furoxone (furazolidone), Nardil (phenelzine), Matulane (procarbazine), Eldepryl (selegilene), Parnate (tranylcypromine).
If you are taking another medicine containing the active ingredient: Ketoconazole, Fluconazole or Voriconazole which is used to treat fungal infections. you are taking an antibiotic containing the active ingredient Erythromycin, Clarithromycin or Telithromycin. you are taking another medicine containing the active ingredient amiodarone, which is used to treat fast heart rate. Your doctor will advise you whether or not to take Motillum or if you need to adjust the dose or alter your treatment.
Adverse/Side Effects
If you experience any of these very serious side effects consult a doctor immediately: stomach pain or bloating, ongoing or worsening diarrhea, diarrhea that is watery or bloody; or fever, sore throat, and headache with a severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash.
If you experience these less common side effects and they persist or become bothersome you may want to contact your doctor: dizziness, drowsiness, tired feeling, constipation, mild stomach pain or mild skin rash or itching.
If you notice any other side effects not mentioned in this leaflet, please inform your doctor or pharmacist. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. If these side effects persist or become overly bothersome contact your doctor or health-care professional.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, or trouble breathing. This may not be a complete list of side effects and may be subject to change, consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you are experiencing any worrisome side effects.
Overdose
Symptoms of overdose include dizziness, drowsiness, urinating less than usual, severe stomach cramps or bloating, and vomiting. If you suspect overdose, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Storage Instructions
Store at room temperature, away from moisture and light, and out of reach of children and pets.
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