Lopox Strip Of 10 Tablets
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Description
Lopox tablet is an antidiarrheal medicine. It contains loperamide as the active substance. This tablet decreases the frequency of stools. It is not suitable for all types of diarrhoea. Stop taking th
is medicine once you get relief from diarrhoea. It is not to be used if you have diarrhoea with blood or bacterial infection causing diarrhoea. This medicine should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. Before using Lopox tablet, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹16.06 |
| You Save | ₹5.94 (27% on MRP) |
| Contains | Loperamide(2.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Diarrhoea |
| Side effects | Headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth |
| Therapy | ANTI-DIARRHOEAL |
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Uses
- Lopox tablet is used in the treatment of acute diarrhoea due to food poisoning.
- It is also used in the treatment of acute diarrhoea due to viral infections.
Contraindications
- If you are known to have an allergy to loperamide or any of the ingredients of Lopox tablet.
- If your age is less than 9-years.
- If you already suffer from constipation or develop it during treatment with the medicine.
- If there is unexplained swelling of the stomach during or before treatment, which does not get relieved on its own.
- If you suffer from diarrhoea with blood in stools or have a high fever.
- If you are a known case of or appear to have symptoms of ulcerative colitis (like stomach pain or cramps, weight loss, fatigue), which is a chronic disease of the gut.
- If you suffer from diarrhoea due to infection caused by bacteria like Salmonella, Shigella or Campylobacter.
- If you suffer from diarrhoea due to the use of broad-spectrum antibiotics like Amoxicillin, Ampicillin, Cephalosporins like Cefixime, Clindamycin, etc.
Side effects
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dryness of mouth
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Lopox tablet during pregnancy?
A:
There is limited information about the effects of Lopox tablet in human pregnancy. However, it is advisable not to take this medicine during pregnancy, especially during the first 3-months. You should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a child before starting this medicine.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Lopox tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
Lopox tablet passes into human milk. Also, since it reduces intestinal movement, it can disrupt the normal digestion of the baby. Hence, this medicine is not recommended during breastfeeding. Consult your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Lopox tablet?
A:
Lopox tablet is used for diarrhoea, which itself can cause weakness and dizziness. You may experience unconsciousness or reduced levels of consciousness, tiredness, dizziness or drowsiness when diarrhoea is treated with this medicine. Therefore, it is advisable to use caution when driving a car or avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Lopox tablet?
A:
There are no known interactions of Lopox tablet with Alcohol. However, it is advisable not to consume alcohol as this itself can lead to abdominal discomfort.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You are suffering from acute diarrhoea, you must pay keen attention to appropriate fluid and electrolyte replacement from time to time.
- You are suffering from diarrhoea for many days, do not keep taking Lopox tablet endlessly. Instead, get yourself checked as long-term diarrhoea may be a symptom of some serious underlying disease.
- You are suffering from diarrhoea for more than 48 hours and Lopox tablet does not control it, please consult a doctor for further treatment.
- You are an AIDS patient suffering from diarrhoea, you must stop taking tablets at the first sign of stomach distension (bloating and swelling of the belly). The chances of painful constipation and intestinal obstruction are much higher in AIDS patients suffering from intestinal infections....
- You are suffering from liver disease, Lopox tablet should be used with caution. It is important to watch out for dizziness, drowsiness and mental confusion.
- You are suffering from rare hereditary conditions in which your body cannot handle certain sugars (galactose intolerance, lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption).
- This medicine should be used cautiously in children and patients on a low-sodium diet.
- This medicine should be discontinued promptly if signs of constipation, stomach distension or stomach pain develop.
- You should not exceed the recommended dose or duration of treatment as it is associated with increased heart disorders.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Lopox tablet acts on the internal intestinal lining (layer) and reduces the intestinal movement. Due to this, the movement of food along the intestine is slowed down. This makes way for more water and salts to be absorbed, preventing their loss in each episode of loose stools. It also relieves the feeling of the urgency of passing stools. It also increases control over defecation (excretion or bowel movement) by increasing the power of the natural control valve of the anus which weakens during acute diarrhoea....
Directions for Use
- Take Lopox tablet as a whole with a sufficient amount of water.
- You should take this medicine as directed by your doctor.
- Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
- You should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Lopox tablet works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- If you take Lopox tablet with Ritonavir (used to treat AIDS), Quinidine (used to treat malaria and for disorders affecting the heart rate), Itraconazole; Ketoconazole, (used to treat fungal infections), Gemfibrozil (used to reduce cholesterol in blood) or with an oral preparation of desmopressin, which is a medicine given for excessive urination, they will increase the amount of Lopox tablet in blood by slowing its systemic breakdown thereby requiring adjustment of doses by your treating physician....
- You should avoid this medicine in combination with medicines known to cause ECG changes e.g. Quinidine (medicines given for malaria and for disorders affecting the heart rate), Procainamide, Amiodarone, Sotalol, (medicine given for disorders affecting the heart rate), Chlorpromazine, Haloperidol, Thioridazine, Ziprasidone, (medicines given for psychosis), Moxifloxacin (an antibiotic), Pentamidine (an antimicrobial) and Methadone (a pain killer)....
- If you are currently taking any one or more of the following medicines, then it is advisable to inform the treating physician in advance and confirm whether it is safe to continue or start treatment with Loperamide. Certain painkillers like Hydrocodone, Oxycodone, Tramadol, Fentanyl, Tapenade, anti-allergy medicines like Hydroxyzine, Promethazine, Phenyltoloxamine, Orphenadrine and Tripelennamine; anti-dizziness medicines like Hyoscine, Dimenhydrinate, certain anti-asthma medicines like oral preparations of Ipratropium, Tiotropium, etc. These medicines decrease the movement of the intestine and may cause constipation if used with the Loperamide tablet....
Storage and disposal
- Lopox tablet does not require any requirements for storage.
- Keep out of the reach and sight of children and pets.
Dosage
Overdose
Symptoms of overdose of Lopox tablet are palpitations, difficulty breathing, choking or vomiting while not being fully conscious, coordination abnormality, sleepiness, constipation. If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor or visit the nearest hospital immediately....
Missed a Dose
Missing a dose of Lopox tablet may reduce the effectiveness of the treatment. If you missed any dose of medicine, then take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Alok Nachane
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is Lopox tablet an antibiotic?
A: No, Lopox tablet is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-diarrhoea medicine. It is used to control diarrhoea, which has too much fluid in stools or diarrhoea, which takes time to respond. However, it should never be used without consulting a registered medical practitioner.
Q: How much time does it take for Lopox tablet to work?
A: It takes about one hour for the first dose of Lopox tablet to act on the inner lining of the intestine. However, even though many patients respond to one dose, you may have to take more doses to feel some relief.
Q: For how long does the effect of a single dose of Lopox tablet tablet last?
A: A single dose of Lopox tablet is effective for about 8–12 hours.
Q: For how long should I take Lopox tablet?
A: Lopox tablet should be taken only for the duration, as prescribed by a registered medical practitioner. It should not be used for more than 5-days. If there is no relief even after 5-days it is advisable to consult your treating physician, who will attempt to find other causes of your diarrhoea using specific tests.
Q: Can I take Lopox tablet with pain killers?
A: Yes, Lopox tablet can be taken with painkillers. However, it is advisable to take an antacid along with pain killers to avoid abdominal discomfort caused by painkillers.
Q: Can probiotics be taken along with Lopox tablet?
A: Probiotics contain microorganisms that are naturally present in our gut. An episode of diarrhoea leads to the destruction of the natural microbial flora by the invading organism or by antibiotics that destroy them. Probiotics help to restore this damaged microbial flora and help in quick healing. Probiotics can be taken along Lopox tablet in specific types of diarrhoea only. It is advisable to consult your treating physician before starting probiotics along with Lopox tablet.
Q: What is diarrhoea? What causes it?
A: Diarrhoea is a change in consistency and increases in the frequency of stools as compared to normal days. It is an indication of some underlying disease generally. It needs urgent management as there is a loss of excess fluids and salts with each episode of loose stools. It is generally caused as a result of microorganisms that act on the inner lining of intestines and produce substances that affect the movement and reduce the absorption of water and salts from the intestine. Sometimes it may also happen due to a defective immune system where the body acts against its organs or due to excessive use of antimicrobial agents, which may even kill the good bacteria present in the gut.
Q: What is Lopox tablet used for?
- Lopox tablet is used in the treatment of acute diarrhoea due to food poisoning.
- It is also used in the treatment of acute diarrhoea due to viral infections.
Q: Can Lopox tablet be used for stomach ache?
A: No, Lopox tablet is not indicated for the treatment of stomach aches. It is used for the treatment of diarrhoea. However, ask your doctor for advice on the same.
References
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- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 17 May 2022]
- Imodium, K-Pek II (loperamide) dosing, indications, interactions, adverse effects, and more. 2022 [cited 17 May 2022]
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