Lomide 2mg Tablet

Navigating your medication can sometimes be challenging. This page addresses common questions and provides detailed information about Lomide 2mg Tablet, including its uses, how to take it correctly, what side effects might occur, and important advice on managing your treatment effectively. We aim to make understanding Lomide 2mg Tablet as clear and straightforward as possible for you.

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MRP: ₹ 19.2
Packing: 10.0 tablets in 1 strip
Salt Combination: Loperamide (2mg)
Brand: East West Pharma
Uses: Diarrhea

Description

Lomide 2mg Tablet is used in the treatment of diarrhea
It should not be used in patients with dysentery (diarrhea with blood)
Lomide 2mg Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor
You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends
If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen
Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are headache, nausea, and constipation
Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time
Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects
It may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.
Diarrhea can cause water loss and electrolyte imbalance, so drink plenty of fluids to help keep yourself hydrated
It is important to avoid this medicine if you have blood in your stool or if you are severely constipated.

Cautions

Liver:	CAUTION: Lomide 2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lomide 2mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Lomide 2mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Lomide 2mg Tablet is recommended.^However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Lomide 2mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Breast feeding:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Lomide 2mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Lomide 2mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	UNSAFE: Lomide 2mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Drug Action:	Opioid Agonist- Antidiarrheal
Therapeutic class:	GASTRO INTESTINAL
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Phenylpiperidine Derivative

Uses

Uses of Lomide 2mg Tablet

In Diarrhea Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements
This medicine can relieve frequent loose motions and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back
You need to Take Lomide 2mg Tablet regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.