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Composition :

LOPERAMIDE-2MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Retort Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTIDIARRHEALS

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

A-12/3, KAKATIYA NAGAR STREET NO. 3, HABSIGUDA HYDERABAD TG 500007 IN , - , .
Other Info - LOP0029

FAQs

Loparet Tablet contains Loperamide which belongs to an opiate class that 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.

Yes, diarrhea is known to cause dehydration because of the excessive fluid loss in stools. So, to maintain fluid level, increase fluid intake to avoid excessive dehydration.

No, Loparet Tablet can not be used for stomach pain, but Loparet Tablet may lower the pain caused in the stomach due to diarrhea. Before taking Loparet Tablet for stomach pain, please consult your doctor.

No, it should not be used to treat opioid withdrawal symptoms as a huge amount of Loparet Tablet will be required, leading to heart complications.

No, Loparet Tablet is a short medication to treat acute cases of diarrhea. If used as a long term medication, it may lead to side effects like constipation.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Loparet Tablet to avoid unpleasant side-effects.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

It is not advisable to take Loparet Tablet in pregnancy, especially during the first trimester. Please consult your doctor for advice before using Loparet Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Small amounts of Loparet Tablet may appear in human breast milk. Therefore, it is not recommended during breast-feeding.Women who are breast-feeding infants should therefore be advised to consult the doctor for appropriate treatment.

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Driving

Caution

Dizziness or drowsiness may occur when diarrhea is treated with loperamide. Therefore, it is advisable to use caution when driving a car or operating machinery.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Loparet Tablet does not have any reported interaction; hence, if you experience any difficulty, discuss with your doctor.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Loparet Tablet does not have any reported interaction; hence, if you experience any difficulty, discuss with your doctor.

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Children

Unsafe

Loparet Tablet is not safe for children below the age of 18 years. Loparet Tablet may be more sensitive to children especially, it may cause drowsiness. Therefore be advised to consult the doctor for appropriate treatment.

About Loparet Tablet

Loparet Tablet contains an anti-diarrheal medication, primarily used to treat diarrhea in Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Short Bowel Syndrome by decreasing over-active bowel, including sudden diarrhea. Diarrhea is a condition in which bowel movements are too frequent, leading to loose, watery stools. Acute diarrhea is a common problem and generally lasts for one or two days, whereas chronic diarrhea lasts four weeks.

Loparet Tablet contains Loperamide, which is a gastrointestinal medication primarily used to treat diarrhea. It works on the opiate receptor in the gut and slows down the intestines' contraction, 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. It should not be used in patients with dysentery (diarrhea with blood).

Take Loparet Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Loparet Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. The most common side effects of Loparet Tablet are headache, nausea, and constipation. They do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.  It may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

Diarrhea can cause water loss and electrolyte imbalance, so drink plenty of fluids to help keep yourself hydrated. It is important to avoid this medicine if you have blood in your stool or if you are severely constipated. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect or be affected by this medicine. And also, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Loparet Tablet as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Uses of Loparet Tablet

Diarrhea

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Medicinal Benefits

Loparet Tablet contains Loperamide, which is an anti-diarrheal medication, primarily used to treat diarrhea in Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Short Bowel Syndrome by decreasing over-active bowel, including sudden diarrhea. Loperamide is a gastro-intestinal medication that 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. It should not be used in patients with dysentery (diarrhea with blood).

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Syrup: Shake the bottle well before each use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.

Side Effects of Loparet Tablet

  • Constipation
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Abdominal pain (stomach pain)

Drug Warnings

Do not take Loparet Tablet if you are allergic to Loparet Tablet or any of its ingredients. It is important to avoid this medicine if you have blood in your stool or if you are severely constipated. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Diarrhea can cause water loss and electrolyte imbalance, so drink plenty of fluids to help keep yourself hydrated. Also, as a precautionary measure, you are recommended not to consume junk food items from outside. It may also cause dizziness, so do not operate car or any machinery which requires recommendtil you knowconsumingow this m oredicine affects you. And also, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Loparet Tablet as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LoperamideTroleandomycin
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LoperamideErythromycin
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LoperamideTroleandomycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Loparet Tablet:
Co-administration of Loparet Tablet with troleandomycin may raise blood levels of Loparet Tablet, you run the risk of developing major problems including abnormal heart rhythm. Other cardiac conditions, and electrolyte imbalances, may also make you more vulnerable.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Loparet Tablet with Troleandomycin together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LoperamideErythromycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Loparet Tablet:
Taking Loparet Tablet and Erythromycin may increase Loparet Tablet blood levels. This can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking erythromycin and Loparet Tablet together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LoperamideFosamprenavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Loparet Tablet:
Co-administration of Loparet Tablet with amprenavir may raise blood levels of Loparet Tablet, you run the risk of developing major problems including abnormal heart rhythm. Other cardiac conditions, and electrolyte imbalances, may also make you more vulnerable.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Loparet Tablet and Fosamprenavir, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LoperamideDelavirdine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Loparet Tablet:
Co-administration of Loparet Tablet with delavirdine may raise blood levels of Loparet Tablet, and your risk of developing major problems including abnormal heart rhythm increases. Other cardiac conditions, and electrolyte imbalances, may also make you more vulnerable.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Loparet Tablet and Delavirdine, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
LoperamideRanitidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Loparet Tablet:
Coadministration of Loparet Tablet with ranitidine may significantly increase the blood levels of Loparet Tablet. This can increase the risk of serious side effect like irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Loparet Tablet with ranitidine together can result in an interaction, they can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LoperamideTelaprevir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Loparet Tablet:
Co-administration of Loparet Tablet with telaprevir may raise blood levels of Loparet Tablet, you run the risk of developing major problems including abnormal heart rhythm. Other heart conditions, and electrolyte imbalances, may also make you more vulnerable.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Loparet Tablet with Telaprevir together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
LoperamideItraconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Loparet Tablet:
Coadministration of itraconazole with Loparet Tablet may significantly increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Loparet Tablet and itraconazole have the potential to interact, however they can still be used if a doctor prescribes them. If you suffer any of the following symptoms, seek medical attention : dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or racing heartbeats. Never discontinue taking a drug without consulting a doctor.
LoperamideAmiodarone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Loparet Tablet:
Coadministration of Loparet Tablet with amiodarone can significantly increase Loparet Tablet levels which can increase the risk of a abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Loparet Tablet with amiodarone together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LoperamideNefazodone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Loparet Tablet:
When Loparet Tablet is taken with Nefazodone, may raise blood levels of Loparet Tablet, and you run the risk of developing major problems including abnormal heart rhythm. Other cardiac conditions, and electrolyte imbalances, may also make you more vulnerable.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Loparet Tablet with Nefazodone can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LoperamideTacrolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Loparet Tablet:
Taking tacrolimus with Loparet Tablet may significantly increases the Loparet Tablet levels in the blood. This can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Loparet Tablet with tacrolimus together can result in an interaction, they can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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  • QUINIDINE
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  • ITRACONAZOLE
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  • GEMFIBROZIL
  • DIPHENHYDRAMINE
  • CETIRIZINE

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No

Special Advise

  • Diarrhea can cause electrolyte imbalance, so please maintain it by drinking plenty of water.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration and electrolyte imbalance.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption with Loparet Tablet as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness, or lack of concentration.
  • Eat small meals at short intervals. Eat food that is at room temperature.
  • Fired and oily food should not be taken as it might worsen your condition.
  • Do mild to moderate exercise.

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