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Lopamide is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Diarrhoea are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Lopamide have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lopamide. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lopamide can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Lopamide normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lopamide is Mild for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Lopamide related warnings talks about Lopamide's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Lopamide is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Gastritis, Ulcerative Colitis as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Lopamide contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Lopamide may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lopamide is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Lopamide 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 Lopamide safe for pregnant women?
Lopamide has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Lopamide safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Lopamide. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Lopamide on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Lopamide on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Lopamide on the Liver?
Lopamide may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Lopamide on the Heart?
Lopamide may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Lopamide 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 Lopamide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lopamide habit forming or addictive?
Lopamide is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lopamide as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Lopamide is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lopamide is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lopamide
There is no information on the effects of taking Lopamide with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lopamide
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Lopamide.
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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
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
