Lupidium
Lupidium Products are primarily used for
Diarrhea
About Lupidium Products
Uses of Lupidium Products
Loperamide is used in the treatment of diarrhea. It should not be used in patients with dysentery (diarrhea with blood).
Lupidium Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Lupidium are Constipation, Nausea, Headache, Flatulence.
How Lupidium 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 Lupidium Products
Frequently asked questions about Lupidium Products
Frequently asked questions about Loperamide
Q. Is Lupidium Tablet safe?
Lupidium Tablet is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side effects, consult your doctor.
Q. What is Lupidium Tablet used for?
Lupidium Tablet is used for treating short-term or long-term diarrhea, with or without any associated disease.
Q. Can Lupidium Tablet be used for IBS?
Lupidium Tablet may be used in few cases of IBS but please consult your doctor before its use.
Q. Can I take Lupidium Tablet with antibiotics, paracetamol, ibuprofen, omeprazole, ciprofloxacin, desmopressin, ritonavir, quinidine or cotrimoxazole?
Lupidium Tablet may be taken simultaneously with antibiotics, paracetamol, ibuprofen, omiprazole or ciprofloxacin. Lupidium Tablet might interact with desmopressin, ritonavir, quinidine or cotrimoxazole. Please consult your doctor before use
Q. Does Lupidium Tablet help in opiate withdrawal?
Lupidium Tablet is used in higher doses as a part of opiate withdrawal process. However, do consult your doctor regarding the same.
Q. Is Lupidium Tablet addictive?
No, Lupidium Tablet is a safe and non-addictive anti-diarrheal drug.
Q. Can Lupidium Tablet be used for stomach cramps, nausea, stomach flu, rota virus diarrhea and gas?
Lupidium 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 Lupidium Tablet with cimetidine?
Cimetidine can decrease the metabolism of Lupidium Tablet, increase its blood levels and hence, increase its effects and side effects. Your dose of Lupidium Tablet may needs to be decreased. Consult your doctor prior to taking both the drugs together.
Products for Lupidium
Lupidium Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹10.8
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