Imodium liquicaps capsule is indicated for the short-term treatment of acute transient diarrhoea in adults and children over 15 years of age.
For warnings, precautions for use and contraindications for Imodium liquicaps 12 capsules, please consult the package leaflet.
Imodium liquicaps capsule is indicated for the short-term treatment of transient acute diarrhea in adults and children over 15 years of age. This treatment complements dietary measures.
Acute transient diarrhea
Acute diarrhea is characterized by a sudden change in stool frequency and consistency.
In practice, diarrhea occurs when there are more than 3 loose or liquid stools per day.
Other signs may be associated: nausea and/or vomiting, abdominal pain (cramps), even fever.
You need to be vigilant, as transient acute diarrhea, especially if accompanied by vomiting, can lead to complications such as dehydration, especially in the elderly.
Route of administration: Oral
What happens in the case of temporary acute diarrhoea?
When the cells of your small intestine or colon are irritated, the regular movement of your intestines can become hyperactive. Essential minerals and fluids, as well as nutrients from the food you've eaten, pass too quickly through the colon. With less fluid absorbed by the body, stools are soft or watery, known as diarrhea.
Contraindications:
Precaution:
Box of 12 soft capsules.
Warning: this medicine is not like any other. Read the package insert carefully before ordering. Keep medicines out of the reach of children. If symptoms persist, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice. Beware of incompatibilities with your current products.
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IMODIUMLIQUICAPS 2 mg soft capsule
Loperamide Hydrochloride
You should always take this medicine by following the instructions in this leaflet or by your doctor or pharmacist.
· Keep this leaflet. You might need to read it again.
· Ask your pharmacist for advice or information.
· If you experience any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This also applies to any side effects not mentioned in this leaflet. See section 4.
· You should contact your doctor if you experience no improvement or feel less well after 2 days.
1. What is IMODIUMLIQUICAPS 2 mg, soft capsule and in which cases is it used?
2. What should I know before taking IMODIUMLIQUICAPS 2 mg, soft capsule?
3. How to take IMODIUMLIQUICAPS 2 mg, soft capsule?
4. What are the possible side effects?
5. How to store IMODIUMLIQUICAPS 2 mg, soft capsule?
6. Package contents and other information.
1. WHAT IS IMODIUMLIQUICAPS 2 mg, soft capsule AND WHAT CASES IS IT USED FOR?
Pharmacotherapeutic group: Anti-diarrheal , ATC code: A07DA03 (A: digestive system and metabolism).
Short-term treatment of acute transient diarrhea in adults and children from 15 years.
This treatment is a complement to the dietary measures: read carefully the chapter "Warnings and Precautions".
You should contact your doctor if you experience no improvement or feel less well after 2 days.
2. BEFORE YOU TAKE IMODIUMLIQUICAPS 2 mg, soft capsule?
Do not take IMODIUMLIQUICAPS 2 mg, soft capsule:
· if you are allergic to the active substance or to any of the other ingredients of this medication mentioned in section 6.
· if blood is present in your stool and / or in case of high fever.
· if you are suffering from chronic bowel and colon disease, especially during acute outbreaks of ulcerative colitis (inflammatory bowel disease with bleeding).
· if you suffer from inflammation of the intestine with diarrhea and pain following the use of antibiotics (pseudomembranous colitis).
· if you suffer from inflammation of the intestine due to an invasive bacteria (bacterial enterocolitis).
· in children under 15 years of age.
This medication should not be used when stopping or decreasing intestinal transit should be avoided.
Treatment should be discontinued in the event of constipation, abdominal distention or intestinal occlusion.
IN CASE OF DOUBT, YOU MUST REQUEST THE NOTICE OF YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST.
Warnings and Precautions
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking IMODIUMLIQUICAPS 2 mg soft capsule.
You should stop treatment and consult your doctor promptly if:
· if you do not notice improvement after 2 days of treatment,
· in case of fever, vomiting during treatment,
· in the presence of blood or mucus in the stools,
· in case of intense thirst, sensation of dry tongue. Indeed, these signs show an onset of dehydration, that is to say a significant loss of fluid due to diarrhea. Your doctor will then judge the need to prescribe rehydration that can be done either orally or intravenously.
· if you are infected with the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), immediately stop treatment at the 1 st abdominal distension signs (resulting in swelling of the abdomen).
In case of liver failure (liver malfunction), tell your doctor; a close medical supervision may be necessary if this medication is used.
You should follow the following dietary rules during treatment:
· rehydrate with abundant, salty or sweetened beverages to compensate for fluid losses due to diarrhea (the adult's average daily water intake is 2 liters),
· you feed enough time of diarrhea,
o avoiding certain intakes and especially milk, raw vegetables, fruits, green vegetables, spicy dishes, as well as frozen foods or drinks.
o favoring grilled meats, rice.
Take this product only for the intended use (see section 1) and never take more than the recommended dose (see section 3). Severe heart problems (symptoms may include a rapid or irregular heartbeat) have been reported in patients who have taken too much loperamide, the active ingredient of IMODIUMLIQUICAPS.
Other medicines and IMODIUMLIQUICAPS 2 mg, soft capsule
This medicine contains loperamide . Other medicines contain it. Do not combine them, so as not to exceed the maximum recommended doses (see How to take IMODIUMLIQUICAPS 2 mg, soft capsule?).
Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or may be taking any other medicines, including:
- itraconazole or ketoconazole (used to treat infections caused by fungi),
- gemfibrozil (used to treat high levels of fat in the blood),
- of desmopressin by the oral route (used in particular to limit thirst and urine production in patients suffering from diabetes insipidus).
IMODIUMLIQUICAPS 2 mg, soft capsule with food and beverages
Not applicable.
Do not take this medicine without consulting your doctor or pharmacist.
This medication will only be used during pregnancy on the advice of your doctor.
If you discover that you are pregnant during treatment, consult your doctor as he alone can judge the need to continue.
Breast-feeding is not recommended when taking this medication.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.
Driving and using machines
Be careful. Do not drive without reading the instructions.
This medication may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or fatigue. Due to these risks, caution is advised when driving vehicles or using machines.
3. HOW TO TAKE IMODIUMLIQUICAPS 2 Mg, Soft Capsule?
Always take this medication exactly as prescribed in this leaflet or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if in doubt.
Dosage
Reserved for adults and children from 15 years.
Start with 2 capsules in one dose (4 mg of loperamide hydrochloride).
If diarrhea continues: after each unmolded saddle, take 1 extra capsule, but:
· never exceed 6 capsules per day,
· never exceed 2 days of treatment.
Administration mode
Oral use.
Swallow the capsules with a glass of water.
Duration of the treatment
The duration of use is limited to 2 days.
If you take more IMODIUMLIQUICAPS 2 mg, soft capsule than you should:
If you have taken too many IMODIUMLIQUICAPS, seek immediate advice from a doctor or a hospital. Symptoms may include: increased heart rate, irregular heartbeat, changes in your heart rate (these symptoms may have potentially serious, life-threatening consequences), muscle stiffness, uncoordinated movement, drowsiness, difficulty passing urine or respiratory distress, decreased vigilance, shrinking of the pupil, bloating or constipation.
In this case, you should go to the hospital where an antidote (naloxone) can be given to you. Hospital supervision should be maintained for at least 48 hours.
Children respond more strongly to high doses of IMODIUMLIQUICAPS than adults. If a child takes too much or has any of the above symptoms, contact a doctor immediately.
If you forget to take IMODIUMLIQUICAPS 2 mg, soft capsule:
Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
If you stop taking IMODIUMLIQUICAPS 2 mg, soft capsule:
Not applicable.
If you have any further questions on the use of this medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
4. WHAT ARE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?
Like all medicines, this medicine may cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
The most common side effects (more than 1 in 100 patients) are constipation, flatulence, headache and nausea.
The following side effects have also been reported with loperamide:
· Allergic reactions that may include breathing difficulties or swallowing, swelling of the face or skin reactions (rash, hives, itching).
· Vomiting, difficulty digesting, dry mouth, severe constipation, stomach pain or swelling, abdominal discomfort, intestinal occlusion, tongue pain.
· Sometimes severe cutaneous eruptions.
· Tired.
· Difficulty in urinating.
· Dizziness, somnolence, loss or diminution of consciousness, stupor, increase in muscle tone, difficulty in coordinating its movements.
· Pupil narrowing (myosis).
Declaration of side effects
If you experience any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This also applies to any side effects not mentioned in this leaflet. You can also report adverse reactions directly via the national reporting system: National Agency for the Safety of Medicines and Health Products (ANSM) and network of Regional Centers of Pharmacovigilance - Website: www.ansm.sante.fr .
By reporting adverse reactions, you are helping to provide more information about the safety of the drug.
5. HOW TO STORE IMODIUMLIQUICAPS 2 mg, soft capsule?
Keep this medicine out of the reach and sight of children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton or label. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Store at a temperature not exceeding 30 ° C.
Do not throw any medicines into drains or rubbish. Ask your pharmacist to remove any medications you are no longer using. These measures will help protect the environment.
6. PACKAGE CONTENTS AND OTHER INFORMATION
What IMODIUMLIQUICAPS 2 mg contains, soft capsule
· The active substance is:
Loperamide Hydrochloride ............................................... .................................................. ... 2.0 mg
Amount corresponding to loperamide base ............................................. ............................... 1.86 mg
For a soft capsule.
· The other components are:
Capsule : Propylene glycol monocaprylate, propylene glycol, purified water.
Capsule envelope : Gelatin, glycerol 99%, propylene glycol, brilliant blue FCF (E133), soy lecithin, medium chain triglycerides.
What is IMODIUMLIQUICAPS 2 mg, soft capsule and contents of the pack
This medication is in the form of a soft capsule. Box of 6, 10 or 12.
The capsules are oval, light blue.
Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
Marketing Authorization Holder
JOHNSON & JOHNSON SANTE BEAUTE FRANCE
1, RUE CAMILLE DESMOULINS
92130 ISSY-LES-MOULINEAUX
Marketing Authorization Operator
JOHNSON & JOHNSON SANTE BEAUTE FRANCE
1, RUE CAMILLE DESMOULINS
92130 ISSY-LES-MOULINEAUX
74 PRINCIPAL STREET
67930 BEINHEIM
Names of the medicinal product in the Member States of the European Economic Area
Not applicable.
The last date on which this leaflet was revised is:
[to be completed later by the holder]
Detailed information on this medicine is available on the ANSM website (France).
Health Education Council:
Diarrhea causes loss of liquids and mineral salts.
This medicine treats the symptoms of acute diarrhea in adults, but does not provide rehydration, accompanied by dietary hygiene.
It is therefore necessary to drink plenty of sugary drinks (fruit juices) and salted broths to compensate for these losses. Avoid milk, green vegetables, raw vegetables, fruits, spices until diarrhea disappears.
antidiarrheal
loperamide
. Presentations . Composition . Indications . Contraindications . Warning . Pregnancy and breastfeeding . Directions for use and dosage . Advice . Undesirable effects . Lexicon
IMODIUMLIQUICAPS: soft capsule (light blue); box of 12.
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