Lopamide - 2mg

Lopamide - 2mg (Loperamide)

US Brands Equivalent to the Lopamide - 2mg (Loperamide)

• Imodium

• Imodium A-D

• Diamode

Generic Name of Lopamide - 2mg

Loperamide is the generic name of Lopamide-2mg

About The Drug of Lopamide - 2mg (Loperamide)

Lopamide - 2mg belongs to the anti-diarrhoea class of medicine. It is available at all the leading online pharmacies, drugstore, and medical stores. It is one of the leading pharmaceutical brands in India. One tablet of Lopamide - 2mg consists of 2mg of Loperamide. It is used for treatment and prevention of:

• Diarrhea

Manufacturer of Lopamide - 2mg (Loperamide)

Lopamide - 2mg is produced by Torrent Pharmaceuticals in India which is a leading pharmaceutical company.

Strength of Lopamide - 2mg (Loperamide)

Lopamide - 2mg contains 2mg of Loperamide as the active medicinal ingredient. It should be noted that Lopamide - 2mg is available in varying strengths for different health condition and impact of the disease.  

Uses of Lopamide - 2mg (Loperamide)

• Diarrhea

How Lopamide - 2mg (Loperamide) Works?

Lopamide - 2mg works best or is beneficial in following ways:

1. It works by decreasing contraction of the intestines which makes stools more solid and less frequent.

Before You Use Lopamide - 2mg (Loperamide)  

You should be sure that:

1. You are not allergic to it.

2. It is not affecting the other medicines you are taking with it or not interacting with those.

When Not To Use Lopamide - 2mg (Loperamide)

• If anyone has allergy

• If anyone is pregnant

• If anyone is suffering from any kind of liver disease   

• If anyone is severely constipated

What should be avoided while using Lopamide - 2mg (Loperamide)?

• Using alcohol

• Using malarial drugs

• Using Natcardine 100mg tablet

• Using anti-AIDS drugs

Tell Your Doctor If You

• If you are allergic to Lopamide - 2mg

• If you are taking any other medication for any disease or disorder.

• If you are pregnant

• If you have any liver disease

• If you are severely constipated

The dosage of Lopamide - 2mg (Loperamide):

Lopamide - 2mg is available in varying strengths and at different doses.

Consult a doctor for the appropriate dose of Lopamide - 2mg.

How much of Lopamide - 2mg (Loperamide) to use?

Generally, it must be in the range which is suitable according to the person’s health. It is available in the form of tablets.

How to use Lopamide - 2mg (Loperamide)?

• One should wash and dry his/her hands properly before taking Lopamide - 2mg.

• Use only as much as needed or prescribed by the doctor.

• One should take Lopamide - 2mg as long as directed by the physician.

For how long should I continue using Lopamide - 2mg (Loperamide)?

One should take Lopamide - 2mg as long as directed by the physician.

What can happen due to the overdose of Lopamide - 2mg (Loperamide)?

Due to an overdose of Lopamide - 2mg, paralytic ileus and constipation can occur. Contact the doctor immediately if such things happen in case of overdose.

In case of missed dose of Lopamide - 2mg (Loperamide)-        

Take the missed dose as soon as you recall it. If it is nearly close to the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.

Side effects of Lopamide - 2mg (Loperamide)-

There are many side effects of Lopamide - 2mg but some of them are written below:

• Flatulence

• Dizziness

• Dry mouth

• Allergic skin reaction

Common drug interactions with Lopamide - 2mg (Loperamide)-

If you are taking some drugs or other over the counter medicines, these may interfere with the therapeutic effect of Lopamide - 2mg. Some of the drugs that are known to interact with Lopamide - 2mg are as follows:

• Ketoconazole

• Clarithromycin

• Ranitidine

• Ritonavir

• Quinidine

You must inform the doctor about all the medications you are already taking and always follow the instructions.

Warnings and Precautions:

1. Avoid exposure to sunlight.

2. If irritation or allergies persist, stop the application of medicine and consult a doctor.

3. Keep in proper condition and out of reach of children.

Things to remember while using Lopamide - 2mg (Loperamide)-

1. Read the medicine packet thoroughly

2. Tell the doctor about your medical history.

3. Follow the instructions as told by the doctor.

4. Know before use that how to store the medicine at room temperature in a clean and dry place.

5. Use plenty amount of water to keep the body hydrated.

Indications and usage-

Lopamide - 2mg is prescribed by the doctor to treat diarrhoea.

• Swallow the Lopamide - 2mg as a whole, do not crush or break it.

• Take Lopamide - 2mg in the exact same amount as prescribed.

• It is better to take Lopamide - 2mg at a fixed time every day.

Dosage and administration-

• Do not take the dose of Lopamide - 2mg every day.

• Take Lopamide - 2mg after each loose stool.

The recommended dose of Lopamide - 2mg (Loperamide):

To get the result, one can use Lopamide- 2mg, 2 mg orally after each time of loose stool.

This is not a substitution for any medical advice, so it will be better to contact the doctor for the appropriate dose according to the health condition.