Lomofen Plus: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lomofen Plus Information

Lomofen Plus is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diarrhoea. Secondary and off-label uses of Lomofen Plus have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lomofen Plus. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lomofen Plus as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lomofen Plus are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Lomofen Plus has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lomofen Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Lomofen Plus can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Lomofen Plus in conditions like Gastritis, Ulcerative Colitis. Some other conditions that can be affected by Lomofen Plus are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Lomofen Plus may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Lomofen Plus is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Lomofen Plus Benefits & Uses
Lomofen Plus Dosage & How to Take
Lomofen Plus Side Effects
Lomofen Plus Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Lomofen Plus with Other Drugs
Lomofen Plus Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lomofen Plus
Lomofen Plus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lomofen Plus Benefits & Uses

Lomofen Plus is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)

Other Benefits

Bowel Incontinence

Lomofen Plus Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 4 mg orally after the first loose stool, then 2 mg orally after each unformed stool
Geriatric	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 4 mg orally after the first loose stool, then 2 mg orally after each unformed stool
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 4 mg orally after the first loose stool, then 2 mg orally after each unformed stool

Lomofen Plus Related Warnings

Is the use of Lomofen Plus safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Lomofen Plus.

Mild
Is the use of Lomofen Plus safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Lomofen Plus. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Lomofen Plus on the Kidneys?

Lomofen Plus has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lomofen Plus on the Liver?

Lomofen Plus has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lomofen Plus on the Heart?

Lomofen Plus may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Lomofen Plus with Other Drugs

Lomofen Plus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cyclosporin

Diltiazem

Erythromycin

Moderate

Codeine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Lomofen Plus Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lomofen Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Gastritis
Fever
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Lomofen Plus

Is this Lomofen Plus habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Lomofen Plus has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Lomofen Plus, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lomofen Plus can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Lomofen Plus only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Lomofen Plus is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Lomofen Plus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lomofen Plus

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Lomofen Plus with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Lomofen Plus

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lomofen Plus with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Lomofen Plus

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Lomofen Plus with paracetamol?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Lomofen Plus can be taken with paracetamol. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking Lomofen Plus along with paracetamol then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Lomofen Plus on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

No, Lomofen Plus should not be discontinued without doctors advice if it has been prescribed by your doctor. If you are taking this drug by yourself then it can be discontinued.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Lomofen Plus a steroid?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Lomofen Plus is not a steroid. It contains loperamide which belongs to the class of drug known as an antidiarrheal agent.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Lomofen Plus cause weight lose?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lomofen Plus may cause weight loss in few cases. It is presumed that weight loss occurs due to decreased food intake caused by loss of appetite. However, if you experience excessive weight loss after taking this medicine then your advice your doctor immediately and follow his/her instruction.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Lomofen Plus safe to use?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lomofen Plus 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.