For quick relief from short-term diarrhoea, allow an Imodium Instants tablet to dissolve on the tongue without water. The active ingredient loperamide hydrochloride 2mg works within an hour. This trusted UK medicine is suitable for adults and children over 12 years.
About this product
Ingredients
Active Ingredients: Loperamide hydrochloride 2mg
Other Ingredients: Gelatin, mannitol, aspartame, sodium hydrogen carbonate, mint flavour (contains maltodextrin (which contains glucose), benzyl alcohol and traces of sulphites).
Pack size
6 x piece
Preparation and usage
DOSAGE: For oral use only. Short-term diarrhoea: Adults and children over 12 years: Take 2 tablets to start treatment. Take 1 tablet after each loose bowel movement, up to a maximum of 6 tablets per day. If your diarrhoea lasts for more than 48 hours, consult your doctor. Not recommended for children under 12 years. IBS diarrhoea, previously diagnosed by a doctor: Adults aged 18 years and over: Take 2 tablets to start treatment. Take 1 tablet after each loose bowel movement, or as previously advised by a doctor, up to a maximum of 6 tablets per day. You can use this medicine for up to 2 weeks for repeated attacks, but do not take for any one attack lasting longer than 48 hours. If your symptoms change, worsen or are not improved after 2 weeks, consult your doctor.
Safety information
IMODIUM® is for the symptomatic relief of diarrhoea only and is not a substitute for rehydration therapy. Please read the enclosed leaflet carefully before use. Keep out of sight and reach of children. Store in the original package. Warnings: Do not take more than directed. Loperamide works mainly on the gut but too much can cause serious heart problems and have opioid effects. TO OPEN: Peel back lid from pocket, then tip tablet out. Do not push tablet through foil. Recycle carton and leaflet, don't recycle blister.
Manufacturer
GB: Kenvue 1 Station Hill Square Station Hill Reading RG1 1LN
Brand details
Johnson & Johnson Ltd 50-100 Holmers Farm Way High Wycombe HP12 4EG UK
