Loperamide Tips from Pharmacists

• Check with your healthcare provider before taking loperamide if you have heart problems or take medications to control your heart rhythm.

• If loperamide does not control diarrhea after 48 hours or your symptoms get worse, stop taking the medicine and call your doctor.

• Do not take loperamide if you have fever or blood/mucus in your stools. Call your doctor for appropriate treatment of your diarrheal illness.

• Read the package instructions carefully. Do not take more than the recommended dose of loperamide. Do not give loperamide meant for adults to a child.

• Measure liquid medicine with a dose-measuring device such as a cup, spoon, or syringe. Do not use a regular kitchen spoon.

• Loperamide can cause lightheadedness and drowsiness. Do not drive or do other hazardous activities until you know how it affects you.