Generic for Imodium for Diarrhea - Drug Information

Generic Name - Loperamide

Category - Antidiarrhoeal

Indications

Diarrhea
Generic Imodium is indicated for the symptomatic relief of acute and chronic diarrhea. Loperamide (Generic Imodium) acts on opioid receptors that are found in the muscle lining the walls of the intestines. By acting on these receptors, loperamide reduces the muscular contractions of the intestine (peristalsis) that move food and faecal matter through the gut.

Generic for Imodium Contraindications and Drug Interactions

Generic Imodium is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Imodium interacts with a number of medication. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following

Alosetron
Cholestyramine
Cisapride
Erythromycin
Metoclopramide
Quinidine

Generic for Imodium Dosage

The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericImodium
The usual recommended dosage of Generic loperamide for angina pectoris is 30 milligrams (taken as a single 30-milligram tablet or as one-half of a 60-milligram tablet) or 60 milligrams once a day. After several days, the doctor may increase the dose to 120 milligrams (a single 120-milligram tablet or two 60-milligram tablets) once daily.

Generic for Imodium Adverse Effects

Some of the most serious Generic Imodium side Effects include bloated, swollen feeling
Blurred vision, loss of appetite, skin rash and stomach pain.

This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Imodium.

Generic for Imodium and Pregnancy

There are no adequate or well-controlled studies to indicate the safety and effectiveness of Generic Imodium in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking this medication, if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Generic for Imodium and Breastfeeding

It is not known whether Generic Imodium passes into human milk. Breastfeeding mothers should consult doctor before taking this medication.

Generic for Imodium and Pediatric

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Imodium in pediatric patients have not been established.

Generic for Imodium and Geriatric

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Imodium in geriatric patients have not been established.

Note

The above information about Generic Imodium serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.