Lopex 2mg Capsule is used in the treatment of diarrhea. It should not be used in patients with dysentery (diarrhea with blood).

Lopex 2mg Capsule is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are headache, nausea, and constipation. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Diarrhea can cause water loss and electrolyte imbalance, so drink plenty of fluids to help keep yourself hydrated. It is important to avoid this medicine if you have blood in your stool or if you are severely constipated.

Uses of Lopex Capsule

Diarrhea

Benefits of Lopex Capsule

In Diarrhea

Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements. This medicine can relieve frequent loose motions and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

Side effects of Lopex Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Lopex

Constipation
Nausea
Headache
Stomach pain

How to use Lopex Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Lopex 2mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Lopex Capsule works

Lopex 2mg Capsule is an anti-diarrhoeal medication. It works by slowing down the contraction of the intestines thereby decreasing the speed at which the contents pass through it. This allows more time for reabsorption of fluids and nutrients, making the stools more solid and less frequent.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Lopex 2mg Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lopex 2mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lopex 2mg Capsule is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Lopex 2mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lopex 2mg Capsule is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Lopex 2mg Capsule is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Lopex 2mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lopex 2mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Lopex 2mg Capsule for the treatment of diarrhea.
Diarrhea can cause water loss and electrolyte imbalance. Drink plenty of fluids to help keep you hydrated.
Consult your doctor if your diarrhea lasts for more than 48 hours.
Do not use Lopex 2mg Capsule if you have blood in your stool or if you are severely constipated.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Lopex 2mg Capsule can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Stop taking the medication as soon as your symptoms are relieved.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Phenylpiperidine Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Opioid Agonist- Antidiarrheal

Interaction with drugs

Taking Lopex with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Domperidone (Oral Route) Life-threatening

Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and can be fatal. Do not consume Loperamide with Domperidone.

Amiodarone (Oral Route) Severe

Concurrent use may cause fatal disturbances in the heart rhythm. Talk to your doctor if you experience Loperamide side effects associated with your heart or nerves.

Amiodarone (Injection Route) Severe

Concurrent use may cause fatal disturbances in the heart rhythm. Talk to your doctor if you experience Loperamide side effects associated with your heart or nerves.

Arsenic Trioxide (Injection Route) Severe

Concurrent use may cause serious disturbance in heart rhythm. Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart... More

Artemether (Injection Route) Severe

Concurrent use may cause serious disturbance in heart rhythm. Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart... More

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Patient concerns

Diarrhea and dysentery last 15 days I had taken levofoxcin+ornidazol bd for 5 days along refaximin 400 tab bd for 5 day but it is start again

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Internal Medicine

Get a colonoscopy done for chronic Diarrhea

My stomach problems for nearly two months in the daytime, affecting five to six times to go to the toilet.

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Internal Medicine

Get colonoscopy done for diagnosis of chronic diarrhea

Dear My son PATIENT suffering from diarrhea everytime after 1 month he got diarrhea, what is the substitute for his diarrhea how ut can cure please help me

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

Please consult Pediatrician Dr. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. may ask you for lab test on blood urine stool etc if necessary. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment

User feedback

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FAQs

Is Lopex 2mg Capsule safe?

Lopex 2mg Capsule is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side effects, consult your doctor.

What is Lopex 2mg Capsule used for?

Lopex 2mg Capsule is used for treating short-term or long-term diarrhea, with or without any associated disease.

Can Lopex 2mg Capsule be used for IBS?

Lopex 2mg Capsule may be used in few cases of IBS but please consult your doctor before its use.

Can I take Lopex 2mg Capsule with antibiotics, paracetamol, ibuprofen, omeprazole, ciprofloxacin, desmopressin, ritonavir, quinidine or cotrimoxazole?

Lopex 2mg Capsule may be taken simultaneously with antibiotics, paracetamol, ibuprofen, omiprazole or ciprofloxacin. Lopex 2mg Capsule might interact with desmopressin, ritonavir, quinidine or cotrimoxazole. Please consult your doctor before use

Does Lopex 2mg Capsule help in opiate withdrawal?

Lopex 2mg Capsule is used in higher doses as a part of opiate withdrawal process. However, do consult your doctor regarding the same.

Is Lopex 2mg Capsule addictive?

No, Lopex 2mg Capsule is a safe and non-addictive anti-diarrheal drug.

Can Lopex 2mg Capsule be used for stomach cramps, nausea, stomach flu, rota virus diarrhea and gas?

Lopex 2mg Capsule may benefit few cases of stomach cramps or nausea associated with diarrhea. It is sometimes used for stomach flu, rota virus diarrhea. It is not used for gas. Please consult your doctor before taking the drug.

Can I take Lopex 2mg Capsule with cimetidine?

Cimetidine can decrease the metabolism of Lopex 2mg Capsule, increase its blood levels and hence, increase its effects and side effects. Your dose of Lopex 2mg Capsule may needs to be decreased. Consult your doctor prior to taking both the drugs together.

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