Colodium 2 mg

Indication

Anti-diarrhoeal for the symptomatic relief of acute non-specific diarrhoea and of chronic diarrhoea associated with inflammatory bowel disease; also used to reduce the volume of discharge from ileostomies.

Ingredients

• Loperamide hydrochloride 2 mg

Direction

For oral use. Adults, acute diarrhoea: 2 capsules (4 mg) initially, then 1 capsule (2 mg) after each loose stool; usual dose 6–8 mg per day, not more than 16 mg (8 capsules) per day. Stop if no improvement within 48 hours and see a doctor. Children 6 years and older only as directed by a doctor. Refer to the package insert for full dosage.

Side effects

• Constipation
• abdominal cramps or bloating
• Nausea or flatulence
• Dizziness or headache
• Dry mouth
• Rarely
• intestinal blockage (paralytic ileus) or serious allergic reactions such as rash or swelling
• stop use and seek medical help

Precautions

• Not recommended for children under 6 years of age
• Do not use if allergic to loperamide or any ingredient
• Do not use with high fever or bloody stools (acute dysentery)
• acute ulcerative colitis
• antibiotic
• associated (pseudomembranous) colitis
• or when constipation or bowel blockage must be avoided
• Stop use and see a doctor if constipation
• abdominal swelling or bloating occurs
• or if diarrhoea does not improve within 48 hours
• Replace lost fluids and salts during diarrhoea
• use with caution in liver impairment
• Do not exceed the recommended dose (overdose may cause serious heart problems)
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use if pregnant or breastfeeding
• keep out of reach of children