Imodium A-D (Loperamide) helps to control and relieve the symptoms of diarrhea including traveler\'s diarrhea and the diarrhea associated with inflammatory bowel diseases.

Imodium A-D slows the rate at which the stomach and intestines move. Imodium A-D also increases the density of stools and reduces the amount of fluid in the stool.

Imodium A-D is used for symptomatic relief of acute and chronic diarrhea. Imodium A-D is also used to reduce

Imodium A-D contains the active ingredient loperamide hydrochloride, which is a medicine used to treat diarrhea. Imodium A-D works by slowing the muscular contractions of the intestine and so is termed an antimotility medicine.

Imodium A-D acts on opioid receptors that are found in the muscle lining the walls of the intestines. By acting on these receptors, Imodium A-D reduces the muscular contractions of the intestine (peristalsis) that move food and faecal matter through the gut.

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Imodium A-D.

Imodium A-D may cause dryness of the mouth. Sucking on a hard candy or chewing gum can help relieve the problem.

Adults
For adults and children 12 and over, the usual dosage of Imodium A-D is 4mg after the first loose stool, then 2mg after each loose stool that follows. Take no more than 8mg in 24 hours.

Children
Ages 9 to 11 (60 to 95 pounds)
The usual dosage of Imodium A-D is 2mg after the first loose stool, then 1mg (1/2

The following drugs should not be used with Imodium A-D

• alosetron
• cholestyramine
• cisapride
• erythromycin
• metoclopramide
• quinidine

Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the

Most Important Fact about Imodium A-D
If your diarrhea does not stop after a couple of days, or your symptoms get worse, notify your doctor immediately.

Imodium A-D precautions if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
There is no information available about the safety of Imodium A-D during pregnancy. Seek medical advice from your doctor.

Imodium A-D may pass into breast milk in small amounts. Imodium A-D should only be used during breastfeeding if the benefit to the

More common side effects of Imodium A-D may include:

• difficulty breathing;
• closing of your throat;
• swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives;
• development of a fever;
• persistent diarrhea (longer than 2 days); or
• blood or mucus in the stool.

Less common side effects of Imodium A-D may include:

• bloating,
• constipation,
• loss of appetite,
• stomach pain (severe) with nausea and vomiting,
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