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Indications

Imodium Quick Dissolve is a medication used for the fast and effective relief of diarrhea symptoms. These are designed to dissolve instantly on your tongue, without the need for water. They contain loperamide hydrochloride, an active ingredient that helps to reduce diarrhea by slowing down the movement of the intestines.

You can find Imodium Quick Dissolve tablets available for purchase at various retailers, including Amazon.ca, Walmart Canada, Real Canadian Superstore, Wholesale Club, and PC Express Rapid Delivery. The prices and availability may vary depending on the retailer.

Note that while Imodium Quick Dissolve tablets can provide temporary relief from diarrhea symptoms, they do not treat the underlying cause.

Use and Dosage

If you are using the over-the-counter product to self-treat, read all the directions on the product package before taking this medication. If your doctor has prescribed this medication, follow your doctor’s directions and the directions on your prescription label.

Take this medication by mouth, usually after each loose stool, or as directed by your doctor. The dosage is based on your condition and response to treatment. In children, dosage is also based on age and weight. Adults should not use more than 8 milligrams in 24 hours if self-treating, or 16 milligrams in 24 hours if under a doctor’s direction.

If you are taking the chewable tablet, take this medication on an empty stomach. The chewable tablets should be chewed thoroughly before swallowing.

If you are using the rapidly dissolving tablets, dry your hands before opening the blister pack to carefully remove a tablet. Do not push the tablet through the blister pack. Place the tablet on the tongue, allow it to dissolve completely, then swallow it with saliva. Do not crush, split, or break the tablet before taking it. Do not remove the tablet from the blister pack until just before taking it. No water is needed to take this medication.

Diarrhea can cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and minerals (electrolytes) to replace what is lost. Tell your doctor right away if you develop signs of dehydration (such as extreme thirst, decreased urination, muscle cramps, weakness, or fainting). You may also need to change to a bland diet during this time to reduce irritation to your stomach/intestines. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Tell your doctor if your diarrhea does not improve after 2 days, if your condition worsens, or if you develop new symptoms. If you develop blood in the stool, fever, or an uncomfortable fullness/swelling of the stomach/abdomen, or if you think you may have a serious medical problem, get medical help right away.

If you are taking this medication under your doctor’s direction for ongoing diarrhea, tell your doctor if your diarrhea continues after 10 days of treatment.

Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction (hives, difficulty breathing, swelling in your face or throat) or a severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning in your eyes, skin pain, a red or purple skin rash that spreads and causes blistering and peeling).

Stop taking loperamide and call your doctor at once if you have:

• Diarrhea that is watery or bloody
• Stomach pain or bloating
• Ongoing or worsening diarrhea
• Fast or pounding heartbeats, fluttering in your chest, shortness of breath, and sudden dizziness (like you might pass out)

Common side effects of loperamide may include:

• Constipation
• Dizziness, drowsiness
• Nausea
• Stomach cramps

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur.

Cautions

• Before taking loperamide, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
• If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medication: stomach/abdominal pain without diarrhea, bowel obstruction (such as ileus, megacolon, abdominal distention), black/tarry stool, blood/mucus in your stool, high fever, HIV infection/AIDS, liver problems, certain stomach/intestinal infections (such as Salmonella, Shigella), certain type of bowel disease (acute ulcerative colitis).
• The rapidly dissolving tablets may contain aspartame or phenylalanine. If you have phenylketonuria (PKU) or any other condition that requires you to restrict your intake of aspartame or phenylalanine, consult your doctor or pharmacist regarding the safe use of this medicine.
• Antibiotics may rarely cause a severe intestinal condition due to a bacteria called C. difficile. Symptoms include diarrhea that does not stop, abdominal or stomach pain/cramping, or blood/mucus in your stool. This condition may occur during treatment or weeks to months after treatment has stopped. This medication may make this condition worse. Do not use this anti-diarrhea product, especially after recent antibiotic use, if you have the above symptoms without talking with your doctor first.
• Loperamide may cause a condition that affects the heart rhythm (QT prolongation). QT prolongation can rarely cause serious (rarely fatal) fast/irregular heartbeat and other symptoms (such as severe dizziness, and fainting) that need medical attention right away.
• The risk of QT prolongation may be increased if you have certain medical conditions or are taking other drugs that may cause QT prolongation. Before using loperamide, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the drugs you take and if you have any of the following conditions: certain heart problems (heart failure, slow heartbeat, QT prolongation in the EKG), family history of certain heart problems (QT prolongation in the EKG, sudden cardiac death).
• Low levels of potassium or magnesium in the blood may also increase your risk of QT prolongation. This risk may increase if you use certain drugs (such as diuretics/”water pills”) or if you have conditions such as severe sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting. Talk to your doctor about using loperamide safely.
• This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Avoid alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).
• Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially QT prolongation (see above).
• Children may be more sensitive to the effects of this drug, especially drowsiness. Children are also at a higher risk for dehydration. See also the Warning and How to Use sections.
• During pregnancy, this medication should be used only if needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
• This drug passes into breast milk but is unlikely to have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

Form and Strengths

Imodium Quick Dissolve is available in the following form and strengths:

• Imodium Quick Dissolve Quick Dissolve Tablet:
  • 2 mg

FAQ

What happens if I miss a dose?

Most people just take loperamide on an “as-needed” basis and do not have a daily dosing schedule. If you miss a dose, you do not need to do anything.

If you are taking loperamide to reduce your frequency of bowel motions after an ileostomy, you may have a dosing schedule. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember but if it is almost time for the next dose, just skip that dose. Do not take two doses at once.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention. An overdose of loperamide can be fatal.

Overdose symptoms may include fast or irregular heartbeats or fainting. A person caring for you should seek emergency medical attention if you pass out and find it hard to wake up.

Never exceed the recommended dose for loperamide. The maximum loperamide dosage in adults and children over 13 is 16mg (eight capsules) per day (24 hours).

What should I avoid while taking loperamide?

Avoid drinking tonic water. It can interact with loperamide and may cause serious heart problems.

Avoid becoming dehydrated by drinking plenty of fluids. Avoid vigorous exercise or exposure to hot weather if you are dehydrated.

Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how loperamide will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.

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