Ridol 2mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Ridol 2 MG Description
Ridol tablet is an anti-diarrhoeal medicine which decreases the frequency of stools. It is manufactured by Gufic biosciences ltd. It is used for the treatment of diarrhoea. Ridol tablet contains loperamide as an active ingredient. It works by slowing down intestinal contractions, allowing more time for the absorption of fluids and nutrients, resulting in less frequent bowel movements.
You can stop taking this medicine once you get relief from diarrhoea. Avoid taking it if you have diarrhoea with blood or bacterial infection, causing diarrhoea. Roko capsule, Imodium capsule, Eldoper capsule, Lomofen Plus tablet and Andial tablet are some other medications containing loperamide as an active ingredient.
Inform the doctor about the other medicines you are taking before starting with the medicine. You may experience loss of water and electrolyte imbalance because of diarrhoea. Drink plenty of fluids and water to stay hydrated. You should avoid excess spices, oils and sugars in the food while on this medicine.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹20.46 |
You Save | ₹2.27 (10% on MRP) |
Contains | Loperamide(2.0 Mg) |
Uses | Diarrhoea |
Side effects | Headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, dryness of mouth |
Therapy | ANTI-DIARRHOEAL |
Uses of Ridol 2 MG
Contraindications of Ridol 2 MG
- If you are known to have an allergy to the medicine or any of its ingredients or develop complaints suggestive of allergy after starting the medicine.
- 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 your 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 of Ridol 2 MG
- Headache, dizziness
- Nausea, vomiting
- Dryness of mouth
- Constipation, gas
- Indigestion
- Stomach pain or discomfort
- Tiredness or drowsiness
- Rash
Precautions and Warnings of Ridol 2 MG
Pregnancy
- There is limited information about the effects of Ridol 2mg in human pregnancy. However, it is advisable not to take this medicine during pregnancy, especially during the first 3-months.
- The first 3-months of pregnancy are important, as the body and organs of the foetus are formed during this period.
- 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
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- 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 Ridol 2mg 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 Ridol 2mg 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, Ridol 2mg 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.
Directions for Use of Ridol 2 MG
- Take Ridol 2mg tablet as a whole with a sufficient amount of water.
- You should take this medicine as directed by your doctor.
- You should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
Storage and disposal of Ridol 2 MG
- Ridol medicine does not require any requirements for storage.
- Keep out of the reach and sight of children and pets.
- You should not flush this medicine into the toilet or pour them into the drain. You need to properly discard this medicine when it is expired or no longer needed.
Dosage of Ridol 2 MG
Overdose
- Excess of Ridol will lead to abnormalities of the rhythm of the heart and respiratory failure.
- Symptoms of overdose 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 Ridol 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....
Mode of Action of Ridol 2 MG
How Does It Work?
Interactions of Ridol 2 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- If you take Ridol 2mg 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 Ridol 2mg 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 pain killers 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....
Interactions with food items
Content Details
Dr. Alok Nachane
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is Ridol 2mg an antibiotic?
Q: How much time does it take for Ridol 2mg to work?
Q: For how long does the effect of a single dose of Ridol 2mg tablet last?
Q: For how long should I take tab Ridol 2mg?
Q: Can I take Ridol 2mg with pain killers?
Q: Can probiotics be taken along with this medicine?
Q: What is Diarrhoea? What causes it?
Q: Can tablet Ridol be taken on an empty stomach?
Q: How many times can Ridol 2 mg tablet be taken?
Q: Is Ridol safe in pregnancy?
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