Imodium 2 mg Capsule 5 x 12's Pack capsule

Product Overview:

Product Form: Capsule

Pack Size: 5 x 12's

Manufactured By: Medevox Pharmaceuticals

Prescription Requirement:

This Capsule is regulated as a prescription-only medication. It is essential to provide a valid prescription from your healthcare provider to obtain this product. Consult your doctor for more details.

Product Details:

Imodium 2 mg Capsules are an effective antidiarrheal medication designed to manage both acute and chronic diarrhea. The active ingredient, loperamide, works by reducing gastrointestinal motility, which helps decrease the frequency of bowel movements and increases the absorption of fluids and electrolytes from the digestive tract. This makes it suitable for symptomatic relief of various types of diarrhea, including those caused by gastroenteritis or inflammatory bowel disease.

Purposes:

• Acute Diarrhea: Provides relief from sudden onset diarrhea.
• Chronic Diarrhea: Helps control persistent diarrhea, including that associated with inflammatory bowel disease.
• Traveler's Diarrhea: Aids in managing diarrhea that can occur during travel to unfamiliar places.
• Chemotherapy-Related Diarrhea (Off-Label): Sometimes used to manage diarrhea caused by chemotherapy treatments.

Warnings:

• Acute Dysentery: Use with caution, as it may worsen the condition.
• Hepatic Impairment: Monitor closely if you have liver issues, as it may affect how the medication is processed in your body.

Contraindications:

• Acute Ulcerative Colitis: Avoid use, as it may exacerbate this condition.
• Abdominal Distention: Not recommended if you experience bloating or swelling in the abdomen.
• Ileus: Do not use if you have a condition where bowel movement is impaired.
• Invasive Bacterial Enterocolitis: Contraindicated in cases of severe bacterial infections in the intestines.

Side Effects:

Possible side effects of Imodium 2 mg Capsules include:

• Rash
• Abdominal cramps
• Bloating
• Constipation
• Nausea
• Tiredness
• Dry mouth

Seek medical attention if you experience severe side effects or symptoms of an allergic reaction.

Overdose:

Taking Imodium in excess of the recommended dose can lead to serious health risks, including:

• Life-threatening cardiac effects such as QT/QTc interval prolongation, Torsades de Pointes, Brugada syndrome, and other ventricular arrhythmias
• Syncope (fainting)
• Cardiac arrest
• Death

If an overdose is suspected, seek immediate medical help.

Directions For Use:

• Acute Diarrhea: Start with 4 mg (two capsules) initially, then take 2 mg (one capsule) after each loose stool.
• Chronic Diarrhea: Typically 4-8 mg daily, divided into multiple doses.
• Traveler's Diarrhea: Begin with 4 mg after the first loose stool, then take 2 mg after each subsequent stool, not exceeding 8 mg per day.

Storage:

Store Imodium 2 mg Capsules at room temperature in a tightly closed container. Keep away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not freeze. Ensure the medication is kept out of reach of children.

For personalized advice and to confirm that Imodium is suitable for your needs, consult with your healthcare provider.