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Imotil |
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Here is the some steps to help you to save money on Imotil purchase.
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What is Imotil
Treating symptoms or diarrhea.Imotil is an antidiarrheal agent. It works by slowing the movement of bowel contents.
Important safety information:
- Imotil may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or tiredness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Imotil with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
- Do not take more than the recommended dose or use for longer than 48 hours without checking with your doctor.
- If your diarrhea does not get better within 48 hours or if it gets worse, contact your doctor.
- If you develop a fever, stomach bloating or swelling, or blood in your stools, contact your doctor.
- Imotil is used to treat the symptoms of diarrhea, but will not treat the condition causing the diarrhea. Check with your doctor if you have any questions or concerns about the cause of your diarrhea.
- Caution is advised when using Imotil in CHILDREN; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially dehydration.
- Do not use Imotil in CHILDREN younger than 6 years old without first checking with the child's doctor.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Imotil while you are pregnant. Imotil is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Imotil.
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Imotil side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. No COMMON side effects have been reported with this product. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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References
- "Loperamide". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/co... (accessed August 28, 2018).
- "Loperamide". http://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB0083... (accessed August 28, 2018).
- "6x9oc3h4ii: the unique ingredient identifier (unii) is an alphanumeric substance identifier from the joint fda/usp substance registration system (srs).". https://www.fda.gov/ForIndustry/Dat... (accessed August 28, 2018).
Imotil - Frequently asked Questions
Can Imotil be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Imotil?
Use Imotil as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Take Imotil by mouth with or without food.
- Drinking extra fluids is recommended while you have diarrhea. Check with your doctor if you have questions.
- If you miss a dose of Imotil, take it as soon as you remember. Continue to take it as directed by your doctor or on the package label.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Imotil.
Who should not take Imotil?
Some medical conditions may interact with Imotil. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
- if you have bloody diarrhea; mucus in your stool; fever; bowel problems ; or diarrhea caused by food poisoning, antibiotic use, or bacterial infection.
- if you have AIDS or liver problems
- if you are taking an antibiotic
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Imotil. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
- Quinidine or ritonavir because they may increase the risk of loperamide's side effects
- Saquinavir because its effectiveness may be decreased by Imotil
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Imotil may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Can Imotil be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Imotil be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Imotil, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Imotil. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.Patient reports
Patient reported useful
No survey data has been collected yetPatient reported side effects
No survey data has been collected yetOne patient reported price estimates
Do you think The Price of Imotil is Worth It?Do you feel you paid higher than the value you got from it after usage? According to reports from gmedication.com users, on whether the Imotil medicine is affordable, users shared different opinions on the question. The views concerning the price of the medicine were based on some factors like the brand the patient bought, the price compared to its level of effectiveness, the nation or country where the medicine is sold, and the amount of money the patient has. For users who are of the opinion that the medicine is unaffordable, they may have to consider a medicine with another brand in a bid to reduce cost.
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Not expensive | 1 | 100.0% | |
Patient reported frequency of use
No survey data has been collected yetOne patient reported doses
What is the specific doses you have used?Imotil May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 101-200mg | 1 | 100.0% | |
Patient reported time for results
No survey data has been collected yetPatient reported administration
No survey data has been collected yetTwo patients reported age
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 16-29 | 2 | 100.0% | |
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The information was verified by Dr. Vishal Pawar, MD Pharmacology