About Loperamide Hydrochloride
Class: | Antidiarrheal agent
Use: | Management of acute diarrhea, including nonspecific diarrhea and diarrhea associated with inflammatory bowel disease
Adult dose: | 4 mg initially, followed by 2 mg after each loose stool; maximum of 8 mg per day for over-the-counter use, or 16 mg per day for prescription use
Pediatric dose: | Not recommended for children under 2 years; for children aged 2-12 years, 1 mg initially, followed by 0.5 mg after each loose stool; maximum of 3 mg per day for chi
Drug Class
Antidiarrheal agent
Uses & Indications
Management of acute diarrhea, including nonspecific diarrhea and diarrhea associated with inflammatory bowel disease
Storage Requirements
Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F) in a tightly closed container, away from moisture and light
Manufacturer & Packaging
Manufacturer: The Memphis Chemical Co., EGYPT
Package Size
10's Blister
Price & Supplier
Price in UAE: AED 5.00
Dosage Information
Adult Dose
4 mg initially, followed by 2 mg after each loose stool; maximum of 8 mg per day for over-the-counter use, or 16 mg per day for prescription use
Pediatric Dose
Not recommended for children under 2 years; for children aged 2-12 years, 1 mg initially, followed by 0.5 mg after each loose stool; maximum of 3 mg per day for children 2-5 years and 6 mg per day for children 6-12 years
Side Effects
Constipation, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, abdominal cramps
Contraindications & Precautions
Hypersensitivity to loperamide or any component of the formulation; acute dysentery (bloody diarrhea with fever); bacterial enterocolitis caused by invasive organisms; pseudomembranous colitis
Important Warnings
Risk of serious cardiac events with excessive doses; should not be used in cases of acute abdominal pain without diarrhea; may cause toxic megacolon in patients with inflammatory bowel disease; not for use in diarrhea caused by antibiotic therapy unless directed by a healthcare provider
Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice.
Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication.
The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated
to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.