Lopaled
Lopaled Products are primarily used for
Diarrhea
About Lopaled Products
Uses of Lopaled Products
Loperamide is used in the treatment of diarrhea. It should not be used in patients with dysentery (diarrhea with blood).
Lopaled Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Lopaled are Constipation, Nausea, Headache, Flatulence.
How Lopaled Products work
Loperamide 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.
Patient Concerns about Lopaled Products
Frequently asked questions about Lopaled Products
Frequently asked questions about Loperamide
Q. Is Lopaled 2mg Tablet safe?
Lopaled 2mg Tablet is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side effects, consult your doctor.
Q. What is Lopaled 2mg Tablet used for?
Lopaled 2mg Tablet is used for treating short-term or long-term diarrhea, with or without any associated disease.
Q. Can Lopaled 2mg Tablet be used for IBS?
Lopaled 2mg Tablet may be used in few cases of IBS but please consult your doctor before its use.
Q. Can I take Lopaled 2mg Tablet with antibiotics, paracetamol, ibuprofen, omeprazole, ciprofloxacin, desmopressin, ritonavir, quinidine or cotrimoxazole?
Lopaled 2mg Tablet may be taken simultaneously with antibiotics, paracetamol, ibuprofen, omiprazole or ciprofloxacin. Lopaled 2mg Tablet might interact with desmopressin, ritonavir, quinidine or cotrimoxazole. Please consult your doctor before use
Q. Does Lopaled 2mg Tablet help in opiate withdrawal?
Lopaled 2mg Tablet is used in higher doses as a part of opiate withdrawal process. However, do consult your doctor regarding the same.
Q. Is Lopaled 2mg Tablet addictive?
No, Lopaled 2mg Tablet is a safe and non-addictive anti-diarrheal drug.
Q. Can Lopaled 2mg Tablet be used for stomach cramps, nausea, stomach flu, rota virus diarrhea and gas?
Lopaled 2mg Tablet 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.
Q. Can I take Lopaled 2mg Tablet with cimetidine?
Cimetidine can decrease the metabolism of Lopaled 2mg Tablet, increase its blood levels and hence, increase its effects and side effects. Your dose of Lopaled 2mg Tablet may needs to be decreased. Consult your doctor prior to taking both the drugs together.
Products for Lopaled
Lopaled 2mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹12.5
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