This medicine is used for the treatment of sudden short-lived (acute) attacks of diarrhoea How long does it take for Loperamide to start working? While we have taken care in preparing this summary and believe it is accurate, it is not a substitute for your reading the product packaging and label prior to use. If a doctor prescribes loperamide for your child, they will use their weight or age to work out the right dose. If you have constipation, eat more fibre by having fresh fruit, vegetables and cereals, and drink plenty of water.

Content on this site is not intended to substitute for advice given by medical practitioner, pharmacist, or other licensed health-care professional. This medicine is used for the treatment of sudden short-lived (acute) attacks of diarrhoea in adults and children of 12 years and over.If you’re trying to get pregnant, talk to your doctor if you take loperamide on prescription as part of ongoing treatment for a bowel condition. Serious heart problems have been reported in patients who have taken too much loperamide, the active ingredient in this medicine. g. extreme thirst, infrequent urination, muscle cramps, weakness, fainting) contact your doctor immediately. However, you may need to drink more fluid than usual when you have diarrhoea as fluids may be lost in the stools (see “Other important information”).

While the exact timing may vary depending on the individual, in most cases, Loperamide provides fast relief by slowing down the movement of your gut and reducing the frequency and urgency of bowel movements. Finance is provided by PayPal Credit (a trading name of PayPal UK Ltd, Whittaker House, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond-Upon-Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW9 1EH). This medicine contains less than 1mmol sodium (23mg) per tablet, that is to say essentially “sodium free”.

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