Warning: following info is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise about your pharmacist. this should not be construed to indicate that use of the medication is safe or effective since you. Consult your healthcare professional before using it drug.

Loperamide - oral liquid

(low-pair-uh-mide)

common brand names: Imodium A-D, K-Pek II

Imogen Usage: it medication is used to treat diarrhea or to reduce the amount of discharge in patients who have undergone an ileostomy.

How to use Imogen: Take it medication by mouth exactly as directed. do not increase youre dose or take this longer than two days without your doctor's approval. Notify your pharmacist if diarrhea does not stop after two days. While taking this medication, drink plenty of clear liquids to replace fluid loss from diarrhea & prevent dehydration.

Imogen side effects: Stomach ache, nausea, vomiting, bloating, dry mouth, constipation, drowsiness, or dizziness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your pharmacist promptly. To relieve dry mouth, suck on (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water or use saliva substitute. Tell you're physician immediately if you have this unlikely but serious side effect: stomach pain. An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact you're doctor or physician.

Imogen Precautions: Tell your healthcare professional if you have: recently taken antibiotics, any allergies. this drug may make you dizzy or drowsy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcohol intake because this can intensify the dizziness or drowsiness effects of this med. Use this med cautiously in child. it pill should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. it isnot known if this drug appears in breast milk. Consult youre doctor before breast-feeding.

Imogen drug interactions: Tell youre doctor about any over-the-counter or prescription drug you may take including: cholestyramine. do not start or stop any medicine with out pharmacist or pharmacist approval.

Imogen Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, slowed breathing, drowsiness or deep sleep, and slow pulse.

Imogen special notes: this drug is available without prescription. However, theyre is capsule form that requires prescription. do not use this since longer then two days with out notifying you're doctor. Consult your pharmacist before treating children under 6 years of age.

If you missed Imogen dose: Take each dose as directed. If you miss dose, take it as soon as remembered; don't take it if it is near time since the following dose, instead, skip missed dose and resume you're usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' dose to catch up.

Imogen Storage: Store this med at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) away from heat & light. it may be refrigerated to improve the flavor. don't store in the bathroom. Keep this and every meds out about reach of kid.

Active Ingredients : Loperamide