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DIARETYL 2MG BOX OF 12 CAPSULES

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DIARETYL 2MG BOX 12 CAPSULES: Short-term treatment of acute diarrhea in adults transient (from 15 years). Loperamide hydrochloride 2.00 mg.

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DIARETYL 2MG BOX OF 12 CAPSULES

For warnings, precautions for use and contraindications, please consult the instructions for use.

Description of Diaretyl 2mg Box of 12 capsules

This medication is indicated for the treatment of transient acute diarrhea in adults.

The treatment does not exempt dietary measures and rehydration if it is necessary.

The importance of rehydration by oral rehydration solution or intravenously must be adapted according to the intensity of the diarrhea, the age and the particularities of the patient (associated diseases, etc.).

There are 4 mechanisms that can cause transient acute diarrhea :

It can be due to hypersecretion of water in the intestine or the colon after ingestion of substances poorly absorbed in the intestine such as lactose in case of intolerance. Diarrhea is said to be osmotic
It can be caused by hypersecretion of water and electrolytes in the intestine, most often caused by an intestinal infection. Diarrhea is called secretory.
It can also be caused by a bowel movement disorder. Diarrhea is said to be motor.
Finally, it can be secondary to an infection or a disease causing inflammation of the lining of the intestine. Diarrhea is said to be inflammatory.

using advice

Initial dosage : 2 capsules,

Then 1 additional capsule, to be taken after each unmolded saddle,

Never exceed 6 capsules per day.
Never exceed 2 days of treatment.
In case of pregnancy seek the advice of your doctor.

Composition of diaretyl 2mg capsule 12

Loperamide (2 mg per capsule). Loperamide slows down the intestinal transit to allow a greater reabsorption of water.

Precaution for use with diaretyl 2mg capsule 12

Hypersensitivity to any of the components.
Acute attacks of ulcerative colitis.

The patient should be informed of the need to rehydrate with abundant, salty or sweet drinks.

Do not exceed the recommended daily dose
Read the instructions carefully
Do not use in children under 15 years old

Presentation of diaretyl 2mg capsule 12

Box of 12 capsules.

Warnings on drugs that treat digestive issues

Attention, the drug is not a product like the others. Read the package leaflet carefully before ordering. Keep medicines out of the reach of children. If symptoms persist, seek the advice of your doctor or pharmacist. Beware of incompatibilities on your current products.

Please inform your online pharmacist of the treatments in progress in order to identify any incompatibilities. The order validation form contains a personalized message field provided for this purpose.
Click here to find the leaflet for this medication on the website of the National Agency for the Safety of Medicines and Health Products.

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NOTICE

ANSM - Last updated: 05/07/2017

Name of the medicinal product

DIARETYL 2 mg capsule

Loperamide Hydrochloride

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Please read this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine because it contains important information for you.

You should always take this medication exactly as prescribed 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.

What is in this leaflet?

1. What is DIARETYL 2 mg, capsule and in which cases it is used?

2. What should I tell you before taking DIARETYL 2 mg capsule?

3. How to take DIARETYL 2 mg capsule?

4. What are the possible side effects?

5. How to store DIARETYL 2 mg capsule?

6. Package contents and other information.

1. WHAT IS DIARETYL 2 mg, hard capsule AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR?

Pharmacotherapeutic group: ANTI-DIARRHEA (A: digestive system and metabolism).

ATC code: A07DA03.

Short-term treatment of transient acute diarrhea in adults (from 15 years of age).

This treatment is a complement to the dietary measures: read carefully the precautions of use .

2. BEFORE YOU TAKE DIARETYL 2 Mg, capsule?

Do not take DIARETYL 2 mg capsule:

· if you suffer from chronic bowel and colon disease, especially during acute recto-colitis hemorrhagic outbreaks,

· in case of allergy to one of the constituents of the capsule.

IN CASE OF DOUBT, YOU MUST REQUEST THE NOTICE OF YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST.

Warnings and Precautions

Take special care with DIARETYL 2 mg capsule:

Special warnings

DO NOT LEAVE THIS MEDICINE FOR CHILDREN.

CAUTION: Do not take this medication:

· in case of fever, vomiting,

· in the presence of blood or mucus in the stools,

· if your diarrhea occurs during an antibiotic treatment (risk of severe bowel disease).

Similarly you should stop this treatment and consult your doctor promptly in the following cases:

· in case of fever, vomiting,

· in the presence of blood or mucus in the stools,

· in the absence of improvement after 2 days of treatment,

· in the case of constipation or abdominal distension,

· in case of intense thirst, sensation of dry tongue. Indeed, these signs show a beginning of dehydration, that is to say a large loss of fluid due to diarrhea. Your doctor will then judge the need to prescribe rehydration that can be done either orally or intravenously.

Precautions for use

Use this medication only with caution.

TAKE ADVICE OF YOUR DOCTOR in case of liver disease because medical supervision during treatment is necessary.

Diarrhea causes loss of liquids and mineral salts.

It is necessary that :

· rehydrate with abundant, salty or sweetened beverages to compensate for fluid losses due to diarrhea (drink at least 2 liters).

· feeding on diarrhea;

o remove raw vegetables, fruits, green vegetables, spicy dishes, as well as frozen foods or drinks.

o favor 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 of loperamide, the active ingredient of DIARETYL 2 mg, capsule.

Children and Youth

Not applicable.

Other medicines and DIARETYL 2 mg capsule

This medicine contains LOPERAMIDE . Other medicines contain ... Do not combine them, in order not to exceed the maximum recommended doses (see Dosage ).

If you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

DIARETYL 2 mg, capsule with food, drink and alcohol

Not applicable.

Pregnancy and breast feeding

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding:

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 this treatment.

Breast-feeding is still possible if this medication is used for short periods.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.

Driving and using machines

Caution, this medication sometimes causes a discrete and transient somnolence or dizziness that can be dangerous when driving vehicles and using certain machines.

DIARETYL 2 mg capsule contains

Not applicable.

3. HOW TO TAKE DIARETYL 2 Mg, capsule?

Do not use this medication in children (less than 15 years of age).

Dosage

Reserved for adults (from 15 years).

· Start with 2 capsules in a single dose (4 mg loperamide).

· If diarrhea continues: after each unmolded saddle, take 1 extra capsule, but:

o never exceed 6 capsules per day,

o never exceed 2 days of treatment.

Administration mode

Oral use

Swallow the capsules with a glass of water.

Frequency of Administration

Space the catches, take 1 capsule after each unmolded saddle but:

· never exceed 6 capsules per day,

· never exceed 2 days of treatment.

Duration of treatment

The duration of use is limited to 2 days

If you take more DIARETYL 2 mg capsule than you should have

If you have taken too much DIARETYL 2 mg capsule, 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.

Children react more strongly to high doses of DIARETYL 2 mg capsule than adults. If a child takes too much or has any of the above symptoms, contact a doctor immediately.

In case of accidental overdose, STOP TREATMENT AND SEEK YOUR DOCTOR QUICKLY.

If you forget to take DIARETYL 2 mg capsule

Not applicable.

If you stop taking DIARETYL 2 mg 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.

· Constipation and / or stomach distension,

· Stomach pain, bloating, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth,

· Allergic reactions (rash, urticaria and exceptionally severe allergic shock),

· Fatigue, drowsiness, dizziness.

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 DIARETYL 2 mg, 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.

KEEP THIS MEDICINE 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 DIARETYL 2 mg contains: capsule

· The active substance is:

Loperamide Hydrochloride ............................................... .............................................. 2.00 mg

Amount corresponding to loperamide base ............................................. .......................... 1.86 mg

For a capsule.

· The other components are:

Corn starch (STARCH 1500), microcrystalline cellulose (AVICEL pH 102), talc.

Composition of the capsule shell : quinoline yellow, indigotine, patent blue V.

What is DIARETYL 2 mg capsule and contents of the pack

This medication is in the form of a capsule. Box of 6 or 12 capsules.

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FRENCH PHARMACEUTICAL COOPERATION

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77020 MELUN

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PLACE LUCIEN AUVERT

77020 MELUN

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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:

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Other

Not applicable.

Detailed information on this medicine is available on the ANSM website (France).

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DIARÉTYL

antidiarrheal

loperamide

. Presentations . Composition . Indications . Contraindications . Warning . Pregnancy and breastfeeding . Directions for use and dosage . Advice . Undesirable effects . Lexicon

PRESENTATIONS ^(summary)

DIARETTYL: Capsule (dark green and light green); box of 12.
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French Pharmaceutical Cooperation Laboratory

COMPOSITION ^(summary)

	p gel
Loperamide hydrochloride	2 mg

INDICATIONS ^(summary)

It is an antidiarrheal which acts by slowing the intestinal transit and reducing the intestinal secretions.
It is used in the symptomatic treatment of acute diarrhea in adults, in addition to dietary measures.

CONTRAINDICATIONS ^(summary)

This medication should not be used in acute seizures of ulcerative colitis .

WARNING ^(Contents)

This antidiarrhoeal is not suitable for the treatment of diarrhea due to certain antibiotics .
Diarrhea accompanied by numbness, thirst, fever, or blood in the stool requires prompt medical attention.
This medication can be obtained without a prescription. However, it should not be used in children under 15 years of age or in patients with hepatic impairment without medical advice.
Treatment should be discontinued as soon as stools begin to form again. The prolonged use of the drug exposes the patient to a significant risk of constipation.
If you must drive or use a hazardous machine, make sure that this medication does not alter your vigilance.

PREGNANCY AND BREAST-FEEDING ^(summary)

Pregnancy :
Studies currently available have not revealed any particular problem in the occasional use of this drug in pregnant women. However, it is not recommended during pregnancy without medical advice.

Breastfeeding:
This drug passes weakly into breast milk; it can be used during breastfeeding.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE AND DOSAGE ^(summary)

Capsules should be swallowed with a glass of water.

Usual dosage:

Adult: start with 2 capsules, then 1 extra capsule after each liquid stool, not exceeding 6 capsules per day and 2 days of treatment; If this condition persists, consult your doctor.

Follow your pharmacist's recommended dosage carefully.

TIPS ^(summary)

This medicinal product may be freely available in certain pharmacies; nevertheless, do not hesitate to ask your pharmacist for advice.
Diarrhea can cause dehydration, especially in the elderly. This loss of water by the body must be compensated by rehydration solutions or abundant drinks (salted broth, sugary drinks) because it can cause fatigue, discomfort or confusion of ideas.
Diarrhea diet is based on a light diet, based on:

banana, potato, soup or mashed potatoes;
pasta, rice or tapioca, cooked water, rice;
apple or quince sauce, quince or blueberry jelly;
biscuits or sweet.

Should be avoided: raw fruit juices and fruit, vegetables rich in fiber, meats, eggs, dairy products and iced drinks.

POSSIBLE ADVERSE EFFECTS ^(summary)

Constipation, bloating, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, fatigue, drowsiness, dizziness , allergic reaction .
Exceptionally: severe constipation, especially in case of excessive dosage .

GLOSSARY ^(summary)

antibiotics
A substance capable of blocking the multiplication of certain bacteria or killing them. The spectrum of an antibiotic is the set of bacteria on which this product is usually active. Unlike bacteria, viruses are not susceptible to antibiotics. The first antibiotics were extracted from mushroom cultures: penicillium (penicillin), streptomyces (streptomycin). They are currently manufactured by chemical synthesis. Antibiotics are divided into families: penicillins, cephalosporins, macrolides, tetracyclines (cyclines), sulphonamides, aminoglycosides, lincosanides, phenicolates, polymyxins, quinolones, imidazoles, etc.
Inappropriate use of antibiotics may lead to the development of resistance: use antibiotics only on medical prescription, adhere to its dosage and duration, do not give or advise another person an antibiotic prescribed for you .

diarrhea
The strict medical sense of diarrhea is "emission of stools too frequent and too abundant". In fact, common sense equates diarrhea with the notion of fluid and frequent stools. Normally, stools are pasty, but the emission of liquid or barely formed stools, without pain or particular associated disorder, is not pathological. Diarrhea can occur when liquid stool emissions are repeated during the day and the needs are overwhelming or painful.
Many medicines can accelerate intestinal transit and make the stools more liquid, without this undesirable effect being of real concern.
Antibiotics can alter the digestive flora, essential for digestion, and cause more or less troublesome but benign diarrhea. The effect appears immediately or after a few days of treatment. A severe and exceptional form of diarrhea, pseudomembranous colitis, can be observed after antibiotic treatment; this condition results in the emission of mucus and false membranes (resembling skin flaps) associated with abdominal pain; constipation may replace the initial diarrhea. Pseudomembranous colitis can occur several days after discontinuation of antibiotic treatment and requires urgent medical advice.

Hepatic insufficiency
Inability of the liver to perform its function, which is essentially the elimination of some waste, but also the synthesis of many biological substances essential to the body: albumin, cholesterol and coagulation factors (vitamin K, etc.).

dosage
Quantity and distribution of the dose of a drug according to the age, weight and general condition of the patient.

allergic reaction
Reaction due to hypersensitivity of the organism to a drug. Allergic reactions can take a wide variety of aspects: urticaria, angioedema, eczema, eruption of pimples resembling measles, etc. Anaphylactic shock is a generalized allergic reaction that causes discomfort due to a sudden drop in blood pressure.

ulcerative colitis
Inflammatory disease of the rectum and colon, which evolves by flare-ups. Each flare is accompanied by fever, bloody stools.

symptomatic treatment
Treatment that suppresses or alleviates the symptoms of a disease without addressing its cause.

intestinal transit
Feeding from the stomach to elimination in the form of stool.

fear of heights
Symptom that can mean an impression of loss of balance (common sense) or, more strictly, a sense of rotation on oneself or the environment (medical sense).

Pharmacist's advice

used for :

transit disorders, acute diarrhea