Leaflet LOPERAMID LAROPHARM 1mg / 5ml oral solution
- Product code:
- W60785001
- Quantity:
- 1
- Indicated for:
- diarrhea
- Route of administration:
- oral
- Substance:
- loperamide (antidiarrheal)
- ATC
- A07DA03 — Alimentary tract and metabolism | Antipropulsives
Loperamide is a medication used to treat acute or chronic diarrhea, reducing the frequency and consistency of stools. It is indicated for cases of diarrhea caused by mild infections, irritable bowel syndrome, or other conditions that result in accelerated intestinal transit.
Loperamide works by slowing intestinal movements (peristalsis), allowing for greater absorption of water and electrolytes from the intestinal contents, leading to firmer stools. It is available in tablet, capsule, or oral solution form.
Side effects may include constipation, nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, or, in rare cases, bloating or abdominal pain. Excessive or prolonged use may lead to intestinal obstruction or other complications. It is important to use the medication as directed by a doctor or pharmacist, and patients should avoid using loperamide in cases of severe diarrhea caused by serious bacterial infections or pseudomembranous colitis.
Loperamide works by slowing intestinal movements (peristalsis), allowing for greater absorption of water and electrolytes from the intestinal contents, leading to firmer stools. It is available in tablet, capsule, or oral solution form.
Side effects may include constipation, nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, or, in rare cases, bloating or abdominal pain. Excessive or prolonged use may lead to intestinal obstruction or other complications. It is important to use the medication as directed by a doctor or pharmacist, and patients should avoid using loperamide in cases of severe diarrhea caused by serious bacterial infections or pseudomembranous colitis.
General data about LOPERAMID LAROPHARM 1mg / 5ml
- Substance:
- loperamide
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-10-2014
- Product code:
- W60785001
- Concentration:
- 1mg / 5ml
- Pharmaceutical form:
- oral solution
- Quantity:
- 1
- Product type:
- Generic medicine
- Prescription status:
- OTC — Over the Counter = medicine that does not require a medical prescription.
Pharmaceutical forms available for loperamide
Concentrations available for loperamide
- 0.2mg/ml
- 1mg/5ml
- 2mg