Loperin 2 mg (Capsule)

Unit Price: ৳ 1.00 (10 x 10: ৳ 100.00)

Strip Price: ৳ 10.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Loperamide hydrochloride
Company	Opsonin pharma ltd

Indications

Acute diarrhea
Chronic diarrhea
Abdominal cramps associated with diarrhea
Crohn's disease
Postgastric surgery
Ulcerative colitis

Pharmacology

Inhibits peristaltic activity, increases intestinal transit time, increases tone of anal sphincter, undergoes presystemic first-pass metabolism, excreted in faeces and bile

Dosage & Administration

Acute diarrhea:
- Adults:
  - 2 capsules initially followed by 1 capsule after every loose stool
  - Usual dosage: 3-4 capsules/day. Maximum daily dose: 8 capsules
- Children (9-12 years): 1 capsule after each loose stool, maximum daily dose: 6 capsules
- Children (5-9 years): 1 capsule 4 times daily, maximum daily dose: 4 capsules
Chronic diarrhea:
- Adults: 2-4 capsules daily in divided doses
- Children: 1-2 capsules daily, depending on severity or directed by physician

Interaction

No data available

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to the drug
Patients who must avoid constipation
Should not be used alone in acute dysentery

Side Effects

Abdominal pain
Gastrointestinal disturbances
Dry mouth
Dizziness
Fatigue
Skin rashes

Pregnancy & Lactation

Not advisable in pregnancy, caution advised in nursing mothers due to low fraction secreted in breast milk

Precautions & Warnings

Use with caution in cases of severe hepatic disturbance

Overdose Effects

Constipation
CNS depression
Nausea

Therapeutic Class

Anti-diarrhoeal, Anti-motility drugs

Storage Conditions

Store in a cool and dry place protected from light