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1. • • Adults and children 12 and older: Take two tablets after first loose stool, then take one tablet after each subsequent loose stool. Do not take more than four tablets in 24 hours. Children ages 9 to 11: Take one tablet after the first stool, and take one-half tablet after each subsequent loose stool.
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   What is a diarrhoea medicine?

   • Diarrhoea medicines (medicines used to relieve diarrhoea symptoms) reduce the number of times that you need to go to the toilet, when you have acute diarrhoea. The most commonly used medicine is loperamide. You can buy this from your local pharmacy or get it on prescription from your doctor.

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   Can loperamide help if you have acute diarrhoea?

   • Loperamide is a medicine that can help if you have acute diarrhoea. Acute diarrhoea in adults starts suddenly and in most cases eases within a few days. The main treatment is to have lots to drink to prevent dehydration. The most common cause of acute diarrhoea is an infection. Many bacteria, viruses, and other germs can cause diarrhoea.

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   What should I do if I have acute diarrhoea?

   • For adults with acute diarrhoea: take two tablets/capsules as soon as possible; then take one tablet/capsule after each time you go to the toilet with diarrhoea. Have lots of water to drink to prevent you from becoming dehydrated. Eat as normally as possible, as soon as you feel able.

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   What are the different types of diarrhoea medicine?

   • This type of diarrhoea medicine is used to treat acute diarrhoea. They include: Codeine phosphate. Co-phenotrope. Loperamide. Kaolin and morphine mixture. The most commonly used antimotility medicine is loperamide (Imodium®). Kaolin and morphine mixture is very rarely used to treat diarrhoea nowadays.

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3. www.nhs.uk › Conditions › DiarrhoeaTreatment - Diarrhoea - NHS

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4. www.nhs.uk › medicines › loperamideLoperamide: a medicine used to treat diarrhoea - NHS

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   • About loperamide. Loperamide is a medicine to treat diarrhoea (runny poo). It can help with short-term diarrhoea or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Loperamide is also used for recurring or longer lasting diarrhoea from bowel conditions such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis and short bowel syndrome.
   • Key facts. Diarrhoea that starts suddenly usually gets better on its own within 5 to 7 days. If you need immediate short-term relief, taking loperamide can reduce the number of times you go to the toilet and it makes your poo less watery.
   • Who can and cannot take loperamide. You can buy loperamide from pharmacies and supermarkets or you can get it on prescription. Loperamide is available to buy without a prescription for
   • How and when to take loperamide. If you've bought loperamide from a pharmacy or shop, follow the instructions that come with the packet. If your doctor has prescribed loperamide for you or your child, follow their instructions about how and when to take it.

5. www.nhs.uk › conditions › diarrhoea-and-vomitingDiarrhoea and vomiting - NHS

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   A pharmacist can help with diarrhoea and vomiting. Speak to a pharmacist if: you or your child (over 5 years) have signs of dehydration, such as dark, smelly pee or peeing less than usual. you're an older person, have a weakened immune system, or have other health conditions that increase your risk of dehydration.

6. patient.info › medicine › loperamide-for-diarrhoeaLoperamide for diarrhoea (Imodium, Diah-Limit, Dioraleze ...

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   Oct 12, 2023 · For adults with acute diarrhoea: take two tablets/capsules as soon as possible; then take one tablet/capsule after each time you go to the toilet with diarrhoea. Have lots of water to drink to prevent you from becoming dehydrated. Eat as normally as possible, as soon as you feel able.

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   Apr 20, 2012 · Diarrhoea medicines (medicines used to relieve diarrhoea symptoms) reduce the number of times that you need to go to the toilet, when you have acute diarrhoea. The most commonly used medicine is loperamide. You can buy this from your local pharmacy or get it on prescription from your doctor.

8. bnf.nice.org.uk › treatment-summaries › diarrhoea-acuteDiarrhoea (acute) | Treatment summaries | BNF | NICE

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   Racecadotril is licensed as an adjunct to rehydration for the symptomatic treatment of uncomplicated acute diarrhoea in adults and children over 3 months. There is insufficient evidence to recommend adsorbent preparations (such as kaolin) in acute diarrhoea.

9. www.medicalnewstoday.com › articles › bestWhat are some of the best medications for diarrhea?

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   Nov 28, 2023 · Medications to treat diarrhea in adults include over-the-counter remedies, such as loperamide and bismuth subsalicylate. People with an underlying health condition or infection may need...