Lomofen Plus

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  • Contains / Salt: Loperamide (2 mg)
  • Seller: Apollo Pharmacy Limited
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    • Country of Origin: India

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    Lomofen Plus Information

    Lomofen Plus is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diarrhoea. Secondary and off-label uses of Lomofen Plus have also been mentioned below.

    Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lomofen Plus. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

    Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lomofen Plus as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lomofen Plus are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

    It is also important to note that Lomofen Plus has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lomofen Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

    Lomofen Plus can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Lomofen Plus in conditions like Gastritis, Ulcerative Colitis. Some other conditions that can be affected by Lomofen Plus are listed in the contraindications section below.

    Besides this, Lomofen Plus may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

    You should also be aware that Lomofen Plus is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



    Lomofen Plus Benefits & Uses

    Lomofen Plus is used to treat the following -

    Main Benefits

    Other Benefits

    Lomofen Plus Dosage & How to Take

    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
    • Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions)
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 4 daily
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: 4 mg orally after the first loose stool, then 2 mg orally after each unformed stool
    Geriatric
    • Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions)
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 4 daily
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: 4 mg orally after the first loose stool, then 2 mg orally after each unformed stool
    13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
    • Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions)
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 4 daily
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: 4 mg orally after the first loose stool, then 2 mg orally after each unformed stool

    Lomofen Plus Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Lomofen Plus safe for pregnant women?


      Lomofen Plus has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

      Mild
    • Is the use of Lomofen Plus safe during breastfeeding?


      Taking Lomofen Plus may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Lomofen Plus should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

      Severe
    • What is the effect of Lomofen Plus on the Kidneys?


      Lomofen Plus has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

      Mild
    • What is the effect of Lomofen Plus on the Liver?


      Lomofen Plus is rarely harmful for the liver.

      Mild
    • What is the effect of Lomofen Plus on the Heart?


      Lomofen Plus may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

      Mild


    Severe Interaction of Lomofen Plus with Other Drugs

    Lomofen Plus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

    Severe

    Moderate

    CodeineParacetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan


      Lomofen Plus Contraindications

      If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lomofen Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -



      Frequently asked Questions about Lomofen Plus

      • Is this Lomofen Plus habit forming or addictive?


        No, there is no any evidence that Lomofen Plus is addictive.

        No
      • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


        No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Lomofen Plus can make you feel drowsy.

        Dangerous
      • Is it safe?


        Lomofen Plus should be used only after doctor's advice.

        Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
      • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


        There is no benefit of taking Lomofen Plus for mental disorders.

        No

      Lomofen Plus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

      • Interaction between Food and Lomofen Plus


        Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Lomofen Plus, due to a lack of research on this.

        Unknown
      • Interaction between Alcohol and Lomofen Plus


        Information about the interaction of Lomofen Plus and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

        Unknown


      Frequently asked Questions about Lomofen Plus

      Question over 4 years ago

      Can I take Lomofen Plus with paracetamol?

      Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

      Yes, Lomofen Plus can be taken with paracetamol. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking Lomofen Plus along with paracetamol then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

      Question about 5 years ago

      Can I discontinue Lomofen Plus on my own without doctors advice?

      Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

      No, Lomofen Plus 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.

      Question almost 5 years ago

      Is Lomofen Plus a steroid?

      Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

      No, Lomofen Plus is not a steroid. It contains loperamide which belongs to the class of drug known as an antidiarrheal agent.

      Question almost 5 years ago

      Can Lomofen Plus cause weight lose?

      Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

      Yes, Lomofen Plus may cause weight loss in few cases. It is presumed that weight loss occurs due to decreased food intake caused by loss of appetite. However, if you experience excessive weight loss after taking this medicine then your advice your doctor immediately and follow his/her instruction.

      Question almost 5 years ago

      Is Lomofen Plus safe to use?

      Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

      Yes, Lomofen Plus is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache and fatigue. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.



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      This medicine data has been created by -

      Vikas Chauhan

      B.Pharma, Pharmacy
      5 Years of Experience


      References

      US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Imodium® (loperamide hydrochloride)

      KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 686-687

      April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 45-46

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