Imodium (Loperamide Hcl) Drug Information: Medication Guide and Patient Information

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May 27, 2012

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Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements, an increase in the looseness of stool or both.
Diarrhea is caused by increased secretion of fluid into the intestine, reduced absorption of fluid from the intestine or rapid passage of stool through the intestine.
Diarrhea can be defined absolutely or relatively. Absolute diarrhea is defined as more than five bowel movements a day or liquid stools. Relative diarrhea is defined as an increase in the number of bowel movements per day or an increase in the looseness of stools compared with an individual's usual bowel habit.
Diarrhea may be either acute or chronic, and each has different causes and treatments.
Complications of diarrhea include dehydration, electrolytes (mineral) abnormalities, and irritation of the anus.
Dehydration can be treated with oral ...

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PATIENT INFORMATION

Patients should be advised to check with their physician if their diarrhea does not improve in 48 hours or if they note blood in their stools, develop a fever or develop abdominal distention.

Tiredness, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur in the setting of diarrheal syndromes treated with IMODIUM (loperamide hcl) . Therefore, it is advisable to use caution when driving a car or operating machinery. (see ADVERSE REACTIONS).

Last reviewed on RxList: 3/18/2008
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.