IMODIUM CAPSULE 2 mg

WHAT IS IMODIUM® FOR

IMODIUM® is used to treat diarrhea. IMODIUM® makes the stools more solid and less frequent.

You can take IMODIUM® 2MG CAPSULE for sudden (acute) diarrhea or long-lasting (chronic) diarrhea.

You may also be given IMODIUM® 2MG CAPSULE if you have part of your intestines removed, as this often causes diarrhea.

WHEN NOT TO TAKE IMODIUM® 2MG CAPSULE

Do not give IMODIUM® 2MG CAPSULE to children under 2 years.

Do not use IMODIUM® 2MG CAPSULE:

• If there is blood in your stools or you have a high temperature;
• If you have inflammation of the lower bowel (for example, ulcerative colitis or pseudomembranous colitis as a result of using antibiotics);
• If your doctor has told you that you have a condition where slowing of the intestine should be avoided, for example, if you are constipated or your abdomen is swollen;
• If you know you are allergic (hypersensitive) to loperamide HCl or one of the other ingredients.

If in doubt, ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice.

HOW TO TAKE IMODIUM® 2MG CAPSULE AND HOW MUCH

The dose of IMODIUM® 2MG CAPSULE that you will need to take will depend on your age and the type of diarrhea.

IMODIUM® 2MG CAPSULE is to be taken by mouth.

You can take IMODIUM® 2MG CAPSULE at any time of day.

The capsules should be taken with liquid.

Capsules

Adults (including elderly)

• For sudden (acute) diarrhea, take 2 capsules at once, then take 1 capsule after every loose stool. If you have a solid or hard stool, or if you go for 24 hours without a bowel movement, do not take any more capsules.
• For long-lasting (chronic) diarrhea, the right dose should be worked out with your doctor.

But: Do not take more than 8 capsules in any 24 hour period!

Children aged 6 years and over

• For sudden (acute) diarrhea, take 1 capsule to begin with, then 1 capsule after each loose stool. If the child has a solid or hard stool or goes for 24 hours without a bowel movement, do not give any more capsules.
• For long-lasting (chronic) diarrhea, the right dose should be worked out in consultation with your doctor.

But: Never give more than the maximum recommended dose per day and per kilogram of your child’s weight!

If in doubt, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.