Lopagut
Lopagut Products are primarily used for
Diarrhea
About Lopagut Products
Uses of Lopagut Products
Loperamide is used in the treatment of diarrhea. It should not be used in patients with dysentery (diarrhea with blood).
Lopagut Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Lopagut are Constipation, Nausea, Headache, Flatulence.
How Lopagut Products work
Loperamide is an anti-diarrhoeal medication. It 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.
Patient Concerns about Lopagut Products
Frequently asked questions about Lopagut Products
Frequently asked questions about Loperamide
Q. Is Lopagut Tablet safe?
Lopagut Tablet is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side effects, consult your doctor.
Q. What is Lopagut Tablet used for?
Lopagut Tablet is used for treating short-term or long-term diarrhea, with or without any associated disease.
Q. Can Lopagut Tablet be used for IBS?
Lopagut Tablet may be used in few cases of IBS but please consult your doctor before its use.
Q. Can I take Lopagut Tablet with antibiotics, paracetamol, ibuprofen, omeprazole, ciprofloxacin, desmopressin, ritonavir, quinidine or cotrimoxazole?
Lopagut Tablet may be taken simultaneously with antibiotics, paracetamol, ibuprofen, omiprazole or ciprofloxacin. Lopagut Tablet might interact with desmopressin, ritonavir, quinidine or cotrimoxazole. Please consult your doctor before use
Q. Does Lopagut Tablet help in opiate withdrawal?
Lopagut Tablet is used in higher doses as a part of opiate withdrawal process. However, do consult your doctor regarding the same.
Q. Is Lopagut Tablet addictive?
No, Lopagut Tablet is a safe and non-addictive anti-diarrheal drug.
Q. Can Lopagut Tablet be used for stomach cramps, nausea, stomach flu, rota virus diarrhea and gas?
Lopagut Tablet may benefit few cases of stomach cramps or nausea associated with diarrhea. It is sometimes used for stomach flu, rota virus diarrhea. It is not used for gas. Please consult your doctor before taking the drug.
Q. Can I take Lopagut Tablet with cimetidine?
Cimetidine can decrease the metabolism of Lopagut Tablet, increase its blood levels and hence, increase its effects and side effects. Your dose of Lopagut Tablet may needs to be decreased. Consult your doctor prior to taking both the drugs together.
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