Loperazee: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Loperazee Benefits & Uses

Loperazee is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)

Other Benefits

Bowel Incontinence

Loperazee 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

Loperazee Related Warnings

Is the use of Loperazee safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Loperazee has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

Mild
Is the use of Loperazee safe during breastfeeding?

Loperazee may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Loperazee on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Loperazee on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Loperazee on the Liver?

Loperazee is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Loperazee on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Loperazee with Other Drugs

Loperazee 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

Loperazee Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Gastritis
Fever
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Loperazee

Is this Loperazee habit forming or addictive?

Loperazee is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Loperazee you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Loperazee is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Loperazee for mental disorders.

No

Loperazee Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Loperazee

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Loperazee, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Loperazee

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Loperazee with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Loperazee

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Loperazee with omeprazole?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Loperazee with paracetamol?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

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

Question over 5 years ago

Can Loperazee cause nausea?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Loperazee may cause nausea in some cases. The exact cause of nausea is not known. However, if you experiencing severe nausea after taking this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Loperazee without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Loperazee can be taken without doctor advice because it is available on prescription as well as over the counter (OTC).

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Loperazee cause constipation?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Loperazee may cause constipation. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.