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Lopramide (Cadila) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Diarrhoea are some of its major therapeutic uses. Lopramide (Cadila) also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Lopramide (Cadila) depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lopramide (Cadila) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Lopramide (Cadila) are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Lopramide (Cadila)'s effect is Mild during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lopramide (Cadila)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Lopramide (Cadila) can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Lopramide (Cadila) in conditions like Gastritis, Ulcerative Colitis. Other contraindications of Lopramide (Cadila) have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Lopramide (Cadila) may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lopramide (Cadila) is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Lopramide (Cadila) is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Lopramide (Cadila) safe for pregnant women?
Lopramide (Cadila) rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Lopramide (Cadila) safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Lopramide (Cadila). So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Lopramide (Cadila) on the Kidneys?
Lopramide (Cadila) rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lopramide (Cadila) on the Liver?
Lopramide (Cadila) is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Lopramide (Cadila) on the Heart?
Lopramide (Cadila) has very mild side effects on the heart.
Lopramide (Cadila) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lopramide (Cadila) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lopramide (Cadila) habit forming or addictive?
Lopramide (Cadila) is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lopramide (Cadila) you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Lopramide (Cadila) is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Lopramide (Cadila) in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Lopramide (Cadila)
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Lopramide (Cadila) together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lopramide (Cadila)
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lopramide (Cadila) with alcohol will be.
No, Lopramide (Cadila) should not be discontinued without doctors advice if it has been prescribed by your doctor. If you are taking this drug by yourself then it can be discontinued.
No, Lopramide (Cadila) is not given to the infant. It is not approved the drug for treating acute diarrhea under the 12 years of age (infant and children)
Yes, Lopramide (Cadila) may cause drowsiness (sleepiness). It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, f you experience drowsiness after taking this drug, then you are advised not to drive any vehicle or operate any machinery to avoid accidental injury.
No, Lopramide (Cadila) does not treat stomach cramps. It is only used for the short-term treatment of diarrhoea.
Lopramide (Cadila) is a brand name of loperamide and it is available in the form of a tablet, capsule, and suspension. It belongs to the class of drug known as antidiarrheal agents. It is mainly used for the preventive (prophylactic) and treatment of acute diarrhea. It is also used in the management of IBS diarrhea.
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