Imodium Plus Loperamide Tablets 12 Pack

• Adults and children aged 12 and over: take 2 tablets at first, then 1 tablet after each further loose stool.
• Do not take more than the maximum stated in the leaflet (do not exceed 4 tablets in 24 hours).
• Drink plenty of fluids to replace what is lost.
• Stop once your stools are firm or normal, and see a doctor if diarrhoea lasts more than 48 hours.

Safety information

Who should not use it

Do not use if you are allergic to loperamide, simeticone or any ingredient, in children under 12, or if there is blood in the stools or a high fever. See a doctor instead if you have severe constipation, bloating, a bowel condition such as a flare of ulcerative colitis, or diarrhoea after taking antibiotics.

Warnings & precautions

Do NOT take more than the recommended dose - taking too much loperamide can cause serious heart problems. Drink plenty of fluids. See a doctor if you are no better after 48 hours, or if you get severe stomach pain or bloating.

Pregnancy & breastfeeding

Do not use unless your doctor advises it.

Possible side effects

Constipation, headache, wind or dizziness. Rarely, allergic reactions; and very rarely, with overdose, serious heart-rhythm problems.

Always read the label

This is a medicine. Always read the label and patient information leaflet before use. If symptoms persist, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Per tablet: loperamide hydrochloride 2mg and simeticone 125mg.

You can read the Imodium Plus Loperamide Tablets 12 Pack Patient Information Leaflet here