What does Imodium Plus comfort do?

What does Imodium Plus comfort do?

IMODIUM® Plus Comfort tablets work to quickly relieve diarrhoea within 1 hour, while also soothing painful cramps, uncomfortable bloating and embarrassing wind.

How do I take Imodium Plus comfort?

Imodium plus caplets and Imodium plus comfort tablets should be taken with plenty of liquid. Adults aged over 18 years should take two caplets or tablets initially, followed by one caplet or tablet after each loose stool. Do not take more than four tablets or caplets in 24 hours.

How long does it take for Imodium Plus to work?

Loperamide usually starts to work within 1 hour to make your diarrhoea better. Most people only need to take loperamide for 1 to 2 days. You may need to take it for longer if your diarrhoea is because of a bowel condition such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis or short bowel syndrome.

How does Imodium IBS work?

For medically confirmed IBS Imodium IBS Relief 2mg Soft Capsules work by slowing down your bowel and returning it to its normal rhythm. The capsules are for the symptomatic relief of diarrhoea only and are not a substitute for rehydration therapy.

Can you take Imodium everyday for IBS?

For diarrhea-predominant IBS, 2 to 4 mg of loperamide up to four times a day can be effective.

Can you take Imodium without diarrhea?

You should see your doctor. Never take Imodium if you have abdominal pain without diarrhea. Imodium is not approved to treat abdominal pain without diarrhea. Depending on the cause of your pain, taking Imodium could make the pain worse.

How many Imodium Plus can you take in a day?

Swallow two tablets initially, followed by one tablet after every loose stool (bowel movement). Do not take more than four tablets in a day.

Is Imodium good for irritable bowel syndrome?

Your doctor may suggest trying OTC diarrhea medicines such as bismuth subsalicylate (Kaopectate, Pepto-Bismol) and loperamide (Imodium) for relief. Researchers have found these drugs can help slow diarrhea, but they won’t help with other IBS symptoms like belly pain or swelling.

Is Imodium Plus Comfort good for IBS?

You can treat diagnosed IBS-related diarrhoea with IMODIUM®. IMODIUM® works in harmony with your body to help restore its natural rhythm, gently slowing digestion back down to a normal pace.

When not to take Imodium?

You should not use Imodium A-D if you are allergic to loperamide, or if you have: stomach pain without diarrhea; diarrhea with a high fever; ulcerative colitis ; diarrhea that is caused by a bacterial infection; or stools that are bloody, black, or tarry.

When should you take Imodium?

Imodium should be taken before you eat, 30 to 60 minutes. Or if you are needing it regularly, then you can just take it throughout the day, up to 8 tablets, which might mean a maximum 2 in the morning, 2 at lunch, 2 at dinner hour and 2 before bed.

Is it really safe to take Imodium every day?

Taking Imodium daily is generally considered safe for IBS sufferers. Dr Peter Whorwell, a world-renowned expert on IBS, says that Imodium is an “extraordinarily safe” drug and it is “perfectly reasonably” to take it indefinitely without causing problems.

Can You overdose on Imodium tablets?

While Imodium is considered relatively safe, it is possible to overdose on the medication. Impacts on breathing, heart rate, coordination, and organs system can be quite severe in extreme cases. Imodium can interact with opiates in ways laypeople might not realize. That’s why the medication is not recommended for treating opiate withdrawal.