Imperim - Loperamide - Oral Capsule, Tablet Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Imperim.
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What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• Take each dose as directed.
• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Possible Side Effects

• Stomach ache, nausea, vomiting, bloating, constipation, dry mouth, drowsiness or dizziness may occur.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor promptly.
• To relieve dry mouth, suck on (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water or use saliva substitute.
• Tell your doctor immediately if you have this unlikely but serious side effect.

Imperim Storage Instructions

• Store this medication at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
• Do not store in the bathroom.
• Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to treat diarrhea or to reduce the amount of discharge in patients who have undergone an ileostomy.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, slowed breathing, drowsiness or deep sleep, and slow pulse.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, including.

Usage Instructions

• Take this medication by mouth exactly as directed.
• Do not increase your dose or take this longer than directed without your doctor's approval.
• In acute diarrhea this is usually taken for only 2 days.
• Treatment of chronic diarrhea may continue for up to 10 days.
• Notify your doctor if diarrhea does not stop after a few days.
• While taking this medication, drink plenty of clear liquids to replace fluid loss from diarrhea and prevent dehydration.

Read Before Using Imperim (precautions)

• Tell your doctor if you have.

Imperim Miscellaneous Notes

• This medication should not be used longer than 2 days without notifying your doctor.
• Do not treat children under six years of age without doctor's approval.