About Lopra capsule 2mg
An antidiarrheal capsule that slows the gut to control diarrhea.
Lopra capsule 2mg Uses
- Acute diarrhea
- Chronic diarrhea in ongoing bowel conditions
- Traveler's diarrhea
- Reducing stool output in ileostomy patients
- Diarrhea related to irritable bowel syndrome
Lopra capsule 2mg Uses in Urdu
- اسہال اور پتلے پاخانے کا علاج
- سفر کے دوران ہونے والے اسہال میں افاقہ
- آنتوں کی بیماری میں پاخانے کی مقدار کم کرنا
- چڑچڑی آنت سنڈروم میں اسہال پر قابو
Lopra capsule 2mg formula
How to use Lopra capsule 2mg?
- Take two capsules after the first loose stool, then one capsule after each following loose stool.
- Do not take more than 8 capsules in 24 hours without medical advice.
- Swallow the capsule with water.
- Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration.
- Stop use and see a doctor if diarrhea continues beyond 2 days.
Drug Interactions
Lopra capsule 2mg can interact with certain medicines and should be used carefully alongside them.
- Quinine containing drinks: Tonic water and similar drinks may raise the risk of heart rhythm problems.
- Antibiotics like erythromycin: Can increase loperamide levels in the blood.
- Antifungal medicines like ketoconazole: May raise loperamide blood levels and side effect risk.
- Other heart rhythm medicines: Combined use raises the risk of serious cardiac effects.
Risks and warnings
- Heart rhythm risk: Taking more than the recommended dose can cause dangerous heart rhythm problems.
- Bloody diarrhea: Do not use if stools are bloody or if high fever is present, as this may signal a serious infection.
- Not for young children: Avoid giving this medicine to children under 2 years of age.
- Constipation risk: Overuse can lead to severe constipation or bowel blockage.
- Liver conditions: Use with caution in people with liver disease.
Lopra capsule 2mg Side Effects
- Constipation
- Stomach cramps
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Bloating
Storage Conditions
Store below 25°C, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.
