GALPHARM Diarrhoea Relief Instant Melts 2mg Loperamide Orodispersible Tablets 6's X 2

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For this reason, it's important to see a doctor to find out the cause of your diarrhoea if it continues beyond 7 days. Loperamide Hydrochloride, Mannitol, Pregelatinised Maize Starch,Crospovidone, Croscarmellose Sodium,Colloidal Anhydrous Silica, Colloidal HydratedSilica, Magnesium Stearate, Citric AcidAnhydrous, Peppermint Flavour and Sucralose. Keep this medicine in a safe place out of the sight and reach of children, preferably in a locked cupboard.

Make sure to drink plenty of water and electrolytes, such as Dioralyte, to replace the fluids and mineral lost. Product description Galpharm Anti-Diarrhoea Instants 2mg Orodispersible Tablets contain Loperamide Hydrochloride which is an antidiarrheal medicine which helps to stop diarrhoea by making the stools more solid and less frequent. This medicine is used for the treatment of sudden short-lived (acute) attacks of diarrhoea How long does it take for Loperamide to start working? Get in touch to see how our experienced pharmacists and healthcare professionals can meet your needs. b) The sub-licensee is not permitted the use of this software as part of a system that constitutes a SNOMED CT “Data Creation System” or “Data Analysis System”, as defined in the IHTSDO Affiliate License.Adults, the elderly and children over 12 years: 2 capsules to be taken initially, followed by 1 capsule after each loose motion, up to a maximum of 6 capsules in any 24 hours. Loperamide may be used for long-lasting diarrhoea and by people who have a colostomy (stoma) if their doctor prescribes it. If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, or are breastfeeding, you should ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine. FAST RELIEF -- Fast acting tablets help to stop diarrhoea by making the stools more solid and less frequent.

IHTSDO SNOMED CT Browser includes SNOMED Clinical Terms® (SNOMED CT®) which is used by permission of the International Health Terminology Standards Development Organization (IHTSDO). Galpharm Anti-Diarrhoea Instants 2mg Orodispersible Tablets contain Loperamide Hydrochloride which is an anti-diarrhoeal medicine which helps to stop diarrhoea by making the stools more solid and less frequent. You may need to take it for longer if your diarrhoea is because of a bowel condition such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis or short bowel syndrome. Your body can then draw in more water from your intestines, so that your poos get firmer and you poo less often. Some say that it works well and has a minty taste, while others say that the taste turns very bitter and is horrible.Common side effects may include feeling sick, constipation, or wind, while uncommon side effects may include dizziness, drowsiness, abdominal pain or discomfort, dry mouth, or indigestion. You or the person who's unwell may also have a rash that's swollen, raised, itchy, blistered or peeling.

If the symptoms persist after a few hours, taking an anti-diarrhoea tablet such as loperamide, following the manufacturer's instructions, may help to control the attack. Once you're on the right dose, your doctor will usually recommend dividing your daily dose, so you take half in the morning and half in the afternoon or evening. Rare side effects may include loss of vision, stomach pain or swollen stomach, difficulties in passing water, or tiredness. Please note that these tablets relieve the symptoms of diarrhoea and should not be used as a substitute for rehydration treatment. However, occasionally your doctor will prescribe an antibiotic if you have severe diarrhoea caused by a specific kind of bacteria.If you have constipation, eat more fibre by having fresh fruit, vegetables and cereals, and drink plenty of water.