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Diarlop is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule, Suspension. It is typically used for the treatment of Diarrhoea. Other than this, Diarlop has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Diarlop depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Diarlop can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Diarlop go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Diarlop's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Diarlop has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Diarlop related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Gastritis, Ulcerative Colitis must refrain from the use of Diarlop since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Diarlop contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Diarlop with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Diarlop is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Diarlop is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Diarlop is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Diarlop safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Diarlop.
Is the use of Diarlop safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Diarlop. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Diarlop on the Kidneys?
Diarlop may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Diarlop on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Diarlop on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Diarlop on the Heart?
Side effects of Diarlop rarely affect the heart.
Diarlop should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Diarlop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Diarlop habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Diarlop.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Diarlop can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Diarlop is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Diarlop for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Diarlop
There is no information on the effects of taking Diarlop with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Diarlop
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Diarlop with alcohol will be.
No, Diarlop is not given to the infant. It is not approved the drug for treating acute diarrhea under the 12 years of age (infant and children)
Yes, Diarlop is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache and fatigue. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Diarlop is not a steroid. It contains loperamide which belongs to the class of drug known as an antidiarrheal agent.
Yes, Diarlop can be taken without doctor advice because it is available on prescription as well as over the counter (OTC).
No, Diarlop does not lower the blood pressure (hypotension) at normal therapeutic doses but it can cause this effect if it is taken in more than the recommended doses. If you are experiencing lightheadedness or blurry vision (symptoms of low blood pressure) after taking this drug then try to sit down and take rest for a while till it subsides, also inform to the doctor without further delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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