To treat short-term diarrhoea, adults and children over 12 take two capsules to start, then one after each loose bowel movement, up to six per day. Imodium Original provides quick relief with loperamide hydrochloride 2mg per capsule. This trusted treatment comes from Kenvue, a well-known UK healthcare brand.
About this product
Ingredients
Pack size 6 x piece
Preparation and usage
DOSAGE: For oral use only. Short-term diarrhoea: Adults and children over 12: Take 2 capsules to start treatment. Take 1 capsule after each loose bowel movement, up to a maximum of 6 capsules 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 capsules to start treatment. Take 1 capsule after each loose bowel movement, or as previously advised by a doctor, up to a maximum of 6 capsules 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. 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. Recycle carton and leaflet, don't recycle blister.
