Product introduction
Lopamide Tablet contains loperamide 2mg, an anti-diarrhoeal medicine. It is used to bring loose, frequent stools under control, whether the diarrhoea has begun recently or has been going on for some time.
Storage: Store below 30°C, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.
Uses of Lopamide Tablet
- Diarrhoea (short-term and long-term).
Benefits of Lopamide Tablet
By slowing the movement of the gut, loperamide reduces the number of loose motions and helps stools become firmer. This eases urgency and cramping so daily activities are less disrupted, though fluids and salts still need to be replaced.
Side effects of Lopamide Tablet
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Constipation.
- Nausea.
- Headache.
- Gas or bloating.
- Dizziness.
How to use Lopamide Tablet
Take the tablet with water exactly as your doctor has advised, usually one to start and then one after each loose stool up to the daily limit set for you. Do not exceed the prescribed dose. Keep drinking plenty of fluids or oral rehydration solution while you have diarrhoea.
How Lopamide Tablet works
Loperamide acts on the muscles of the intestinal wall and slows their contractions. Food and fluid then travel through the gut more slowly, giving the body more time to absorb water and producing firmer, less frequent stools.
Substitutes for Lopamide Tablet
No other medicine with the same composition is listed in our catalogue yet. Message us on WhatsApp and our pharmacist will help you find a suitable alternative.
Safety advice
It is not known whether alcohol is safe with this medicine. Please consult your doctor.
Safety in pregnancy has not been established. Your doctor will weigh the benefits against any risk before prescribing.
A small amount may pass into breast milk and could affect the baby. Check with your doctor first.
It may reduce alertness and cause dizziness or drowsiness. Do not drive if you notice these symptoms.
Generally safe in kidney disease and no dose adjustment is usually needed, when used as prescribed.
Limited data are available in people with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Quick tips
- Drink plenty of water or oral rehydration solution to replace the fluid lost through diarrhoea.
- Do not exceed the daily dose your doctor has prescribed.
- Stop the medicine and see your doctor if diarrhoea contains blood, comes with high fever, or lasts more than two days.
- Avoid driving if you feel dizzy or drowsy after taking it.
- Do not give this medicine to young children unless a doctor has specifically advised it.
Fact box
| Chemical class | Diphenylmethanes |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | Gastro Intestinal |
| Action class | Opioid Agonist - Antidiarrheal |
Frequently asked questions
What is Lopamide Tablet used for?
It treats diarrhoea by slowing the gut and helping stools become firmer.
How quickly does it work?
Many people notice improvement within a few hours, but this varies with the cause and severity of the diarrhoea.
Can I take it if there is blood in the stool or fever?
No. Blood in the stool or high fever can point to an infection that needs medical assessment, so see a doctor instead of self-treating.
Do I still need fluids while taking it?
Yes. The tablet does not replace lost water and salts, so keep drinking fluids or oral rehydration solution.
Is it habit forming?
No, it is not habit forming when used as directed.