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Loperamide - What is it for

​Loperamide is used to treat diarrhoea. It works by slowing down the movement of stools in your bowels.

Loperamide - Side Effects, Precautions, and Contraindications

What side effects can Loperamide cause?

​Common side effects of loperamide include dizziness, passing gas, headache and nausea.

Consult your healthcare professional if you develop a fever, irregular heartbeat, fainting, blood in your stool or if your symptoms do not go away even after taking the medication.


  • Swollen face/eyes/lips/tongue
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Itchy skin rashes over your whole body


Before taking Loperamide, what precautions must I follow?

​Inform your healthcare professional if:

  • You are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding
  • You have any heart conditions, including those associated with irregular heart rhythm or liver disease.

Ensure you continue to take sufficient fluid and electrolytes while experiencing diarrhoea to prevent dehydration and electrolyte imbalance.

What food or medicine must I avoid when I take Loperamide?


Loperamide - Dosage and How to Use

How should Loperamide be used?

​You may take this medication with or without food.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

​Most of the time, this medicine is taken on an as needed basis. Do not exceed the recommended dose given by your healthcare professional. 

What should I do if I overdose?

Loperamide - Handling

How should I handle Loperamide safely?

Loperamide - Storage

How should I store Loperamide?


How should I dispose of Loperamide safely?


Loperamide - Additional Information

  • Updated on Monday, September 30, 2019
  • Article contributed by PSS National Medication Information Workgroup


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