Imodium Instants are a popular choice for treatment for short-term diarrhoea and are particularly effective as they instantly dissolve on your tongue and will provide relief within an hour of taking it.
Imodium Instants are suitable in individuals over 12 years old and can also be used for diarrhoea associated with IBS (previously diagnosed by a doctor and for individuals over 18 years only.)
The active ingredient in Imodium Instants is Loperamide Hydrochloride 2mg, which reduces the duration of diarrhoea as it is an anti-motility drug. It works by reducing stool frequency and increase stool consistency. Ensuring hydration whilst suffering from diarrhoea is very important as dehydration often occurs if you do not drink enough water as your body is losing water each time you pass loose stools.
Individuals who have blood in their stools are particularly unwell or if symptoms have lasted longer than 3 days then they should seek advice from their doctor.
Imodium can have side-effects, like all medicines, although these don’t affect everyone and most are usually mild. Side effects may vary from one person to the next, as with any product. You should always read the manufacturer’s Information Leaflet before using this or any other product.
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