Imodium Capsule

Composition of Imodium Capsule

Imodium Capsule contains Loperamide (2mg). It belongs to the Gut protective / probiotic class of medicines.

Uses of Imodium Capsule

Imodium Capsule is used in the treatment of diarrhoea. It should not be used in patients with dysentery (diarrhea with blood).

Key benefits

• Helps the gut recover after an infection or antibiotics
• Generally well tolerated

How Imodium Capsule works

Imodium Capsule is an anti-diarrhoeal medication. It works by slowing down the contraction of the intestines thereby decreasing the speed at which the contents pass through it. This allows more time for reabsorption of fluids and nutrients, making the stools more solid and less frequent.

How to take Imodium Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Imodium Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine may cause bloating and loose motions. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Imodium Capsule

Most side effects of Imodium are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Nausea Constipation Stomach cramp

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Imodium Capsule

Warnings and precautions

Loose motions with high fever, blood in the stool or severe abdominal pain need a doctor, not a home remedy. Oral rehydration salts and fluids matter more than any medicine when you have loose motions — dehydration is the real danger, especially in children and older people. Take a probiotic a couple of hours apart from an antibiotic so the antibiotic does not simply kill it. Do not use an anti-motility medicine such as loperamide if you have a fever or blood in the stool.

Do not take Imodium if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Probiotics are used with caution in people whose immune system is significantly suppressed.

Interactions with other medicines

Antibiotics reduce the effect of probiotics taken at the same time.

How to store Imodium Capsule

Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight. Some probiotic preparations ask to be refrigerated — follow the pack. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Imodium Capsule

<div class="style__desktop-container___1hcBT"><div class="style__desktop-video___2GTR9"><div class="styles__video-img___1rCzR"><div class=""/><div class=""/></div></div><div><div><div><div><div class="ExpertAdviceItem__content___1Djk2"><ul><li>You have been prescribed Imodium Capsule for the treatment of diarrhea.</li> <li>Diarrhea can cause water loss and electrolyte imbalance. Drink plenty of fluids to help keep you hydrated.</li> <li>Consult your doctor if your diarrhea lasts for more than 48 hours.</li> <li>Do not use Imodium Capsule if you have blood in your stool or if you are severely constipated.</li> <li>Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Imodium Capsule can cause dizziness and sleepiness.</li> <li>Stop taking the medication as soon as your symptoms are relieved.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

JOHNSON & JOHNSON LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

Gastrointestinal agent

Drug class:

Gut protective / probiotic