Loperamid hard capsules 2mg Nadyphar treat acute and chronic diarrhea symptoms (10 blisters x 10 tablets)

Dosage form Hard capsules
Specifications Box of 10 blisters x 10 tablets
Ingredient Loopramide

Ingredient

Composition information	Content
Loopramide	2mg

Uses

Indications

Loperamid 2mg nadyphar is indicated for symptomatic treatment diarrhea acute and chronic.

This drug does not replace water rehydration and oral electrolytes.

Pharmacokinus

Loperamid is a diarrhea treatment that is used to treat symptoms of cases of acute diarrhea with unknown causes and some chronic diarrhea. Loperamid reduces intestinal motility, reduces gastrointestinal secretion and increases anal muscle tone.

Loperamid also works to extend the transportation time through the intestine, increase the transport of fluid and electrolytes through the intestinal mucosa, thus reducing dehydration and electrolyte, reducing the amount of fertilizer. The effect is probably related to reducing the release of acetylcholin and prostaglandin.

pharmacokinetics

absorption:

approximately 40% of the oral dose of loopamid is absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract.

Distribution:

The concentration of lactation through milk is very low. Linking with protein is about 97%.

Metabolism:

The drug is metabolized in the liver into an inactive form (over 50%).

Era:

The drug is excreted in feces and urine in the form of constant and metabolic (30-40%). The half-life of loopamid in humans is about 7-14 hours.

Before taking Loperamid hard capsules 2mg Nadyphar treat acute and chronic diarrhea symptoms (10 blisters x 10 tablets)

How to use

drink with a little water. Patients should be compensated and electrical when needed.

Dosage

adults:

acute diarrhea:

Initially 2 capsules, then each time to bowel 1 tablets, a maximum of 5 days.

Chronic diarrhea:

Take 2 capsules, then take 1 tablet of loose stools until diarrhea.

children:

Children from 6 to 12 years old:

Take 0.08 - 0.24 mg/kg/day, divide 2-3 doses.

Children from 6 - 8 years old:

Take 1 capsule/time, 2 times a day.

Children from 8 to 12 years old:

Take 1 capsule/time, 3 times a day. Maintenance dose: Take 1mg/ 10kg body weight, only drink after one outward.

Chronic diarrhea: Unsified dosage.

Note: The above dose is for reference only. Specific dosage depends on the condition and level of progression of the disease. For a suitable dose, you need to consult a doctor or medical specialist.What to do when overdose? Overdose usually occurs when the daily dose is about 60 mg of loopamid.

Treatment: gastric lavage then drink about 100 g of activated carbon through the stomach tube. Monitor the signs of central neurological decline, if any, the intravenous 2 mg of Naloxone (0.01mg/kg for children), which can be used again if necessary, the total dose may be up to 10 mg.

What to do when you forget a dose? However, if close to the next dose, skip the forgotten dose and take the next dose at the time as planned. Note that it should not be used double the prescribed dose.

Side Effects

When using Loperamid 2mg Nadyphar, you may experience unwanted effects (ADR).

Common, ADR> 1/100

Digestive: constipation , abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting.

Uncommon, 1/1000

Neurological: dizziness, headache.

Digestive: abdominal distention, dry mouth , vomiting.

Instructions on how to handle ADR

When experiencing side effects of the drug, it is necessary to stop using and notify the doctor or go to the nearest medical facility for timely treatment.

Warnings

Before using the drug you need to read the instructions carefully and refer to the information below.

Contraindicated

Loperamid 2mg nadyphar is contraindicated in the following cases:

Hypersensitivity to loopamid;

When it is necessary to avoid inhibition of intestinal motility;

Acute colitis, fake colitis;

When liver damage;

Syndrome;

Abdominal distention.

Be cautious when using

Caution for patients who reduce liver function or ulcerative colitis. Stop the drug if there is no results within 48 hours.

Monitor intestinal motility and feces, body temperature.

Monitor abdominal distention.

Do not use for children under 6 years old.

The ability to drive and operate machinery

Loperamid does not affect alertness, but if you are tired, dizzy or sleepy, you should not drive or operate machinery.

Pregnancy

There are not enough studies on pregnant women. Do not use for pregnant women.

Lactating period

Loperamid secretes milk very little, can be used for mothers who are breastfeeding but at low doses.

Interactive drug

Increased toxicity: Central nervous system inhibitors, phenothiazine, 3 -round antidepressants can increase the desired effect of loopamid.

Storage

At a temperature not exceeding 30 ° C, in a dry place, avoiding light.

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