Lopipen: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lopipen Information

Lopipen 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 Lopipen have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lopipen. 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.

Some other side effects of Lopipen have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Lopipen go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lopipen is Mild for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Lopipen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Lopipen is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Gastritis, Ulcerative Colitis as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Lopipen have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Lopipen have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lopipen is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Lopipen Benefits & Uses
Lopipen Dosage & How to Take
Lopipen Side Effects
Lopipen Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Lopipen with Other Drugs
Lopipen Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lopipen
Lopipen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lopipen Benefits & Uses

Lopipen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)

Other Benefits

Bowel Incontinence

Lopipen 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

Lopipen Related Warnings

Is the use of Lopipen safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Lopipen has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

Mild
Is the use of Lopipen safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Lopipen. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Lopipen on the Kidneys?

Lopipen has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lopipen on the Liver?

Side effects of Lopipen rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lopipen on the Heart?

Lopipen has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Lopipen with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cyclosporin

Diltiazem

Erythromycin

Moderate

Codeine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Lopipen Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Gastritis
Fever
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Lopipen

Is this Lopipen habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Lopipen.

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

After taking Lopipen you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Lopipen 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 Lopipen for mental disorders.

No

Lopipen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lopipen

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Lopipen and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Lopipen

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Lopipen and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Lopipen

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Lopipen lower the blood pressure?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Lopipen does not lower the blood pressure (hypotension) at normal therapeutic doses but it can cause this effect if it is taken in more than the recommended doses. If you are experiencing lightheadedness or blurry vision (symptoms of low blood pressure) after taking this drug then try to sit down and take rest for a while till it subsides, also inform to the doctor without further delay.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Lopipen with warfarin?

Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Lopipen can be taken with warfarin. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Lopipen along with warfarin if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Lopipen on my own without doctors advice?

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

No, Lopipen 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 over 5 years ago

How does Lopipen work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Lopipen contains loperamide. It works by slowing down the movement of bowel in the intestine which lowers the fecal volume and increases its viscosity. This also allows better absorption of salts and water in the body. Hence in this way Lopipen provides relief from diarrhea.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Lopipen safe to use?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lopipen 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.