Urok
Urok Products are primarily used for
Diarrhea
About Urok Products
Uses of Urok Products
Loperamide is used in the treatment of diarrhea. It should not be used in patients with dysentery (diarrhea with blood).
Urok Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Urok are Constipation, Nausea, Headache, Flatulence.
How Urok 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 Urok Products
Frequently asked questions about Urok Products
Frequently asked questions about Loperamide
Q. Is Urok 4mg Capsule safe?
Urok 4mg Capsule is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side effects, consult your doctor.
Q. What is Urok 4mg Capsule used for?
Urok 4mg Capsule is used for treating short-term or long-term diarrhea, with or without any associated disease.
Q. Can Urok 4mg Capsule be used for IBS?
Urok 4mg Capsule may be used in few cases of IBS but please consult your doctor before its use.
Q. Can I take Urok 4mg Capsule with antibiotics, paracetamol, ibuprofen, omeprazole, ciprofloxacin, desmopressin, ritonavir, quinidine or cotrimoxazole?
Urok 4mg Capsule may be taken simultaneously with antibiotics, paracetamol, ibuprofen, omiprazole or ciprofloxacin. Urok 4mg Capsule might interact with desmopressin, ritonavir, quinidine or cotrimoxazole. Please consult your doctor before use
Q. Does Urok 4mg Capsule help in opiate withdrawal?
Urok 4mg Capsule is used in higher doses as a part of opiate withdrawal process. However, do consult your doctor regarding the same.
Q. Is Urok 4mg Capsule addictive?
No, Urok 4mg Capsule is a safe and non-addictive anti-diarrheal drug.
Q. Can Urok 4mg Capsule be used for stomach cramps, nausea, stomach flu, rota virus diarrhea and gas?
Urok 4mg Capsule 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 Urok 4mg Capsule with cimetidine?
Cimetidine can decrease the metabolism of Urok 4mg Capsule, increase its blood levels and hence, increase its effects and side effects. Your dose of Urok 4mg Capsule may needs to be decreased. Consult your doctor prior to taking both the drugs together.
Products for Urok
MRP
₹15