Loperamide (2mg)
Loramyl 2 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of diarrhoea. It should not be used in patients with dysentery (diarrhea with blood).
10 tablets in 1 strip
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Loramyl 2 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Loramyl 2 mg Tablet 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.
Related Warnings
Loramyl 2 mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.
Loramyl 2 mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Loramyl 2 mg Tablet is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.
Loramyl 2 mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.
Loramyl 2 mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Loramyl 2 mg Tablet is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Loramyl 2 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Loramyl 2 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
