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Imodium Capsule

Loperamide (2mg)
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Imodium Capsule is used in the treatment of diarrhea. It should not be used in patients with dysentery (diarrhea with blood).

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini, MMST, MBBS,
Reviewed By Dr. Sachin Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS,
Last updated on 13 Feb 2026 | 03:11 AM (IST)
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Product introduction

Imodium Capsule is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are headache, nausea, and constipation. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Diarrhea can cause water loss and electrolyte imbalance, so drink plenty of fluids to help keep yourself hydrated. It is important to avoid this medicine if you have blood in your stool or if you are severely constipated.

Uses of Imodium Capsule

Benefits of Imodium Capsule

Diarrhea
Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements. This medicine can relieve frequent loose motions and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

Side effects of Imodium Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Imodium
  • Constipation
  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Stomach pain

How to use Imodium Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Imodium Capsule may be taken with or without food.

How Imodium Capsule works

Imodium Capsule is an anti-diarrhoeal medication. It works by slowing down the contraction of the intestines thereby decreasing the speed at which the contents pass through it. This allows more time for reabsorption of fluids and nutrients, making the stools more solid and less frequent.

Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Imodium Capsule for the treatment of diarrhea.
  • Diarrhea can cause water loss and electrolyte imbalance. Drink plenty of fluids to help keep you hydrated.
  • Consult your doctor if your diarrhea lasts for more than 48 hours.
  • Do not use Imodium Capsule if you have blood in your stool or if you are severely constipated.
  • Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Imodium Capsule can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
  • Stop taking the medication as soon as your symptoms are relieved.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Imodium Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Imodium Capsule during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Imodium Capsule may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving

Driving

UNSAFE
Imodium Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Imodium Capsule is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Liver

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Imodium Capsule in patients with liver disease.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Imodium with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Life-threatening

Domperidone (Oral Route)

Do not consume Loperamide with Domperidone.
Severe

Amiodarone (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you experience Loperamide side effects associated with your heart or nerves.
Severe

Amiodarone (Injection Route)

Talk to your doctor if you experience Loperamide side effects associated with your heart or nerves.
Severe

Artemether (Injection Route)

Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart rhythm, and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their presence.
Severe

Artemether (Oral Route)

Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart rhythm, and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their presence.

Frequently asked questions

Imodium Capsule is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side effects, consult your doctor.
Imodium Capsule is used for treating short-term or long-term diarrhea, with or without any associated disease.
Imodium Capsule may be used in few cases of IBS but please consult your doctor before its use.
Imodium Capsule may be taken simultaneously with antibiotics, paracetamol, ibuprofen, omiprazole or ciprofloxacin. Imodium Capsule might interact with desmopressin, ritonavir, quinidine or cotrimoxazole. Please consult your doctor before use
Imodium Capsule is used in higher doses as a part of opiate withdrawal process. However, do consult your doctor regarding the same.
No, Imodium Capsule is a safe and non-addictive anti-diarrheal drug.
Imodium Capsule may benefit few cases of stomach cramps or nausea associated with diarrhea. It is sometimes used for stomach flu, rota virus diarrhea. It is not used for gas. Please consult your doctor before taking the drug.
Cimetidine can decrease the metabolism of Imodium Capsule, increase its blood levels and hence, increase its effects and side effects. Your dose of Imodium Capsule may needs to be decreased. Consult your doctor prior to taking both the drugs together.

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Chemical Class

Diphenylmethanes

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Opioid Agonist- Antidiarrheal

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User feedback

Once A Day
100%
Diarrhea
87%
Others
13%
Excellent
46%
Average
32%
Poor
22%
No Side Effect
44%
Stomach cramp
11%
Nausea
11%
Constipation
11%
Headache
11%
Empty stomach
35%
With or without food
35%
With food
29%
Not Expensive
55%
Average
30%
Expensive
15%
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Marketer details

Name: Janssen Pharmaceuticals
Address: Johnson & Johnson Private Limited., 501 Arena Space, Behind Majas Bus Depot, Off Jogeshwari Vikhroli Link Road, Jogeshwari (E), Mumbai 400 060

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Imodium Capsule. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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