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Imodium Instants for Diarrhea Relief - 6 Tabs

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Product Summary

Can stop diarrhoea in one hour, working quickly to restore your body's harmony by slowing your digestion down. This helps to recover the absorption of fluids into your body.

Directions

  • Adults and children aged 12 and over: Take two tablets to start treatment, then take one tablet after each loose bowel movement.
  • Do not take for attacks lasting longer than 48 hours.
  • Do not take more than six tablets in a 24-hour period.
  • Replace lost fluid by drinking more liquid than usual.
  • Not for children aged under 12.

Ingredients

  • The active ingredient in Imodium Instants is Loperamide hydrochloride 2 mg per tablet.
  • Other ingredients are gelatin, mannitol, aspartame, mint flavour and sodium hydrogen carbonate.

Warnings and Restrictions

Keep out of the reach and sight of children.

If your diarrhoea lasts for more than 24 hours, consult your doctor.

Use as per instructions. If your symptoms change or if your acute symptoms persist for more than 2 weeks, consult your doctor.

Imodium is for the symptomatic relief of diarrhoea only and is not a substitute for rehydration therapy.

Do not take this medicine:

  • if you have ever had a bad reaction to any of the ingredients
  • it is for a child aged under 12 (or under 18 for an IBS patient)
  • if you have severe diarrhoea after taking antibiotics
  • if you are having a flare-up of an inflammatory bowel condition like ulcerative colitis
  • if you are constipated, or your stomach appears swollen (especially in children with severe dehydration)
  • if you have acute dysentery, the symptoms of which may include blood in your stools and high temperature

Talk to a doctor or pharmacist and do not take Imodium Instants:

  • if you suffer from liver disease
  • if you have diarrhoea that lasts for more than 48 hours
  • if you have severe diarrhoea, as your body loses more fluid, sugars and salts than normal

If you have AIDS and your stomach becomes swollen, stop taking the tablets immediately and contact your doctor.

Pregnancy or breastfeeding:

  • If you are pregnant, think you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, check with your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
  • If you are breastfeeding, do not take this medicine. Small amounts may get into your milk. Talk to your doctor about a suitable treatment.

Taking other medicines

Speak to your doctor or pharmacist If you are taking any other medicines, including:

  • ritonavir (used to treat HIV)
  • quinidine (used to treat abnormal heart rhythms or malaria)
  • oral desmopressin (used to treat excessive urination)
  • itraconazole or ketoconazole (used to treat fungal infections)
  • gemfibrozil (used to treat high cholesterol)

If you are unsure about any of the medicines you are taking, show the bottle or pack to your pharmacist.

If any of the above applies to you (now or in the past), talk to a doctor or pharmacist.

Storage

Store in the original package.

Do not use your medicine after the date shown as the expiry date on the packaging.

Keep the product out of the sight and reach of children.

Pharmacist FAQs Answered

How do Imodium Instants dissolve, and do I need to take them with water?

Imodium Instants are specially designed to melt on your tongue without needing water. They’re called “orodispersible” tablets, which means they dissolve quickly in your mouth. This makes them a great choice if you’re travelling, feeling sick, or don't have easy access to water. Just place the tablet on your tongue, let it melt, then swallow. It starts working in about an hour to help slow down diarrhoea and help your body reabsorb fluids.

What if I take a missed dose by mistake?

Imodium Instants are not typically taken on a routine schedule as with some other drugs. You take a tablet after each loose bowel movement, up to a maximum of six tablets in a 24-hour period. If you miss one after a bout of diarrhoea, take one when you next recall—so long as you haven't already had six that day. Never take two doses at once, and always keep track of how many you've taken.

Are Imodium Instants suitable for people with dietary restrictions?

Imodium Instants do not contain gluten but do contain mannitol and aspartame. Mannitol is a sugar alcohol that can cause stomach upset in sensitive individuals if taken in large amounts, and aspartame is an artificial sweetener that some individuals need to avoid, like those with phenylketonuria (PKU). If you have allergies or are on a special diet, talk to your pharmacist to choose the right product.

Can Imodium Instants be used to treat anxiety diarrhoea?

Yes, if nerves or stress bring on short-term diarrhoea, Imodium Instants can calm the symptoms. They won't cure whatever is causing you to be anxious, but they can calm your gut so you'll feel more in control, especially in stressful situations like exams or public speaking. But if stress-related diarrhoea happens often, talk to your doctor for long-term advice or therapy.

What's the difference between Imodium Instants and regular Imodium tablets?

The critical difference is how you take them. Imodium Instants dissolve on your tongue and don't need water, making them faster and more convenient to take when you're out and about. Imodium tablets need to be taken with water. Both products contain the same amount of the active ingredient, loperamide, which works to treat diarrhoea. Some people like Instants because they are so easy to use and act quickly.

Why are Imodium Instants not for children under 12?

Imodium Instants are not recommended for children below 12 years because their gut is still developing, and younger children can become dehydrated very fast when they have diarrhoea. Furthermore, slowing down bowel movements too much in children is unsafe. In younger children, it is preferable to treat rehydration and seek your doctor's or pharmacist's advice first before taking medication like Imodium.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do Imodium Instants dissolve, and do I need to take them with water?
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Imodium Instants are specially designed to melt on your tongue without needing water. They’re called “orodispersible” tablets, which means they dissolve quickly in your mouth. This makes them a great choice if you’re travelling, feeling sick, or don't have easy access to water. Just place the tablet on your tongue, let it melt, then swallow. It starts working in about an hour to help slow down diarrhoea and help your body reabsorb fluids.

What if I take a missed dose by mistake?
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Imodium Instants are not typically taken on a routine schedule as with some other drugs. You take a tablet after each loose bowel movement, up to a maximum of six tablets in a 24-hour period. If you miss one after a bout of diarrhoea, take one when you next recall—so long as you haven't already had six that day. Never take two doses at once, and always keep track of how many you've taken.

Are Imodium Instants suitable for people with dietary restrictions?
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Imodium Instants do not contain gluten but do contain mannitol and aspartame. Mannitol is a sugar alcohol that can cause stomach upset in sensitive individuals if taken in large amounts, and aspartame is an artificial sweetener that some individuals need to avoid, like those with phenylketonuria (PKU). If you have allergies or are on a special diet, talk to your pharmacist to choose the right product.

Can Imodium Instants be used to treat anxiety diarrhoea?
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Yes, if nerves or stress bring on short-term diarrhoea, Imodium Instants can calm the symptoms. They won't cure whatever is causing you to be anxious, but they can calm your gut so you'll feel more in control, especially in stressful situations like exams or public speaking. But if stress-related diarrhoea happens often, talk to your doctor for long-term advice or therapy.

What's the difference between Imodium Instants and regular Imodium tablets?
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The critical difference is how you take them. Imodium Instants dissolve on your tongue and don't need water, making them faster and more convenient to take when you're out and about. Imodium tablets need to be taken with water. Both products contain the same amount of the active ingredient, loperamide, which works to treat diarrhoea. Some people like Instants because they are so easy to use and act quickly.

Why are Imodium Instants not for children under 12?
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Imodium Instants are not recommended for children below 12 years because their gut is still developing, and younger children can become dehydrated very fast when they have diarrhoea. Furthermore, slowing down bowel movements too much in children is unsafe. In younger children, it is preferable to treat rehydration and seek your doctor's or pharmacist's advice first before taking medication like Imodium.

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