Diarum 2mg 2mg

Indication

Diarum 2mg is an antidiarrhoeal agent used for the treatment of acute non-specific diarrhoea and chronic diarrhoea associated with inflammatory bowel disease. It slows intestinal motility to reduce stool frequency.

Ingredients

• Loperamide hydrochloride 2 mg

Direction

Adults: 2 capsules (4 mg) initially, then 1 capsule (2 mg) after each loose stool. Maximum 8 capsules (16 mg) per day. Children 8–12 years: 1 capsule after each loose stool, maximum 6 capsules/day. Do not use beyond 48 hours without medical advice.

Side effects

• Constipation
• abdominal cramps.
• Nausea or dry mouth.
• Dizziness.
• Rare: allergic reactions
• ileus.

Precautions

• Do not use in patients with dysentery (bloody stools with fever).
• Discontinue if abdominal distension or constipation occurs.
• Not recommended for children under 6 years.
• Use with caution in patients with liver disease.
• Keep out of reach of children.