Imocur
Imocur is a medicine for treating diarrhea that slows down bowel movements, making stools firmer and reducing how often you need to go.
Form
kapseli, kova
Strength
2 mg
Active Ingredient
Loperamide hydrochloride
Manufacturer
Viatris Limited
How to Use
Dosage
For sudden diarrhea, take 2 capsules first, then 1 capsule after each loose stool, but do not exceed 8 capsules per day.
Method
Swallow the capsules whole with liquid. You can take them at any time of day.
Important
Do not take more than 8 capsules in a 24-hour period.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •headache
- •dizziness
- •constipation
- •feeling sick (nausea)
- •gas
RARE
- •Severe allergic reactions like swelling of the face, tongue, or throat, difficulty breathing, hives, or skin redness/blisters.
- •Severe stomach pain and/or swelling, which could be signs of a blocked or enlarged bowel.
- •Extreme tiredness, muscle stiffness, problems with coordination, or loss of consciousness.
- •Upper stomach pain, back pain from the stomach, tender stomach, fever, fast pulse, feeling sick, or vomiting, which can be symptoms of sudden pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas).
- •Drowsiness
- •stomach pain or discomfort
- •dry mouth
- •vomiting
- •indigestion or other digestive problems
- •rash
- •constricted pupils
- •difficulty urinating
- •fatigue
- •muscle tension
- •coordination problems
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to loperamide hydrochloride or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Do not give to children under 6 years old (under 20 kg).
- Do not use if you have bloody stools or high fever with diarrhea.
- Stop taking Imocur and contact your doctor if your diarrhea does not stop within 2 days.
- Drink plenty of fluids to replace what you lose from diarrhea, especially for children.
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- Stop taking Imocur if your stool becomes firm or hard, or if you don't have a bowel movement for 24 hours.
- If you have AIDS and your stomach swells while taking Imocur, stop immediately and contact your doctor.
- If you have liver problems, talk to your doctor before using Imocur.
- Never take more than the recommended dose, as too much loperamide can cause serious heart problems.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category A
Suitable for older adults. For treatment of diarrhoea for no more than two days. Do not use for the treatment of febrile diarrhoea. Avoid grapefruit. (updated 20.5.2024)