Question 1

i take 21 imodium (loperamide) a day , is this safe?

Accepted Answer

Imodium (loperamide): I would question the real need for Imodium (loperamide) on a daily basis here. If your gastroenterologist is following you for ibs diarrhea-type, then this may be part of the therapy plan. But i would need more context to provide more detailed direction/recommendations. Seeing a licensed gastroenterologist (if you're not already) is recommended.

Question 2

can i take imodium and gas x the same day?

Accepted Answer

: Yes. Taking both would not be a problem. If you have diarrhea, make sure to drink enough water to stay hydrated.

Question 3

if you took pepto bismol can you take imodium (loperamide) the same day?

Accepted Answer

Pepto + Imodium (loperamide): This should be no problem and often these two drugs are prescribed together.  I would recommend that you space each drug as far apart from the other drug as possible.  This way the pepto bismol will not interfere with the system absorption of the imodium (loperamide).

Question 4

ive been having pink mucus diarrhea all day today. is it something i should be concerned about or just take imodium?

Accepted Answer

Rule out antibiotics: The mucus suggests coliitis. Are you taking antibiotics? If so you would be at risk for c diff colitis which needs specific treatment. 
if you have no fever, have no crampy pains, and are generally ok taking plenty of fluids and immodium you should be okay but do not hesitate to seek medical advice if things get worse.

Question 5

was taking clindamycin 150 mg 4 x day for 2 days now i have persistent  diarrhea   i stoped takeing it my pharmist told my to take imodium (loperamide) to stop ?

Accepted Answer

Diarrhea w/ antibx: This is a very common side-effect of antibiotics, but it doesn't mean you're allergic. Just that the normal bacteria in your gut are getting killed off and aren't able to help digest your food.  You can use imodium (loperamide) to help firm your stools and stop the diarrhea. Read the package instructions and don't take too much. Then tell your Dr that you need something else for the infection s/he was treating

Question 6

is it safe to take imodium and lexapro? i am new to taking lexapro 10mg daily and also have ibs. i want to make sure i can continue taking imodium as needed. when needed i take 1-2 pills of imodium multi symptom relief a day for 2 days?

Accepted Answer

: You can take small dose as needed for a day or two but daily use with regular dose of imodium is not recommended due to risk of cardiac arrhythmia.

Question 7

can i take imodium (loperamide) anti diarrhea with avelox. second day on avelox and have diarrhea.?

Accepted Answer

You may: Temporary GI disturbances are quite common with antibiotics, so a little patience with this understanding comes handy to get the intended benefit from the treatment. I would recommend extra clear liquids like electrolyte solutions, yogurt and probiotic to help restore GI health before Imodium (loperamide).

Question 8

hi doctors,  please i want to know if it is safe to take imodium for occasional diarrhea, along with zoloft (200mg/day). thank you in advance,?

Accepted Answer

Imodium isn't good: I don't recommend imodium or other meds that might stop diarrhea - because if u think about it, diarrhea is actually good. Your body is getting rid of toxins (bacteria, viruses etc) -so why stop it up?  On rare occasion, such as a wedding, then I would agree. There are other ways to work with the symptoms though... such as staying at home half the day. No drug interactions to worry about w/ Zoloft

Question 9

i take lexapro daily and (for the next 10 days) xanax 3 times a day. i sometimes need to take pepcid or imodium. how do all these interact with each other and how much time should be spaced between meds?

Accepted Answer

: Sometimes I find your local pharmacist is a good source for these types of questions.

Question 10

is it possible that i take bentyl, beano, gas-x, and imodium (loperamide) all in the same day?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but why?: It sounds like you have some GI symptoms that may include cramping, gas, bloating, and loose stools. This may be related to irritable bowel syndrome, which is a functional disorder. However, a 'shotgun' approach is not the best way to manage it. See your doctor for a good history and physical exam, and s/he should be able to get you started on a management plan. The plan may need tweaking.

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Is it ok to take imodium every day

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I take 21 imodium (loperamide) a day , is this safe?

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Can i take imodium and gas x the same day?

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If you took pepto bismol can you take imodium (loperamide) the same day?

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Ive been having pink mucus diarrhea all day today. is it something i should be concerned about or just take imodium?

A member asked:

Was taking clindamycin 150 mg 4 x day for 2 days now i have persistent diarrhea i stoped takeing it my pharmist told my to take imodium (loperamide) to stop ?

A member asked:

Is it safe to take imodium and lexapro? i am new to taking lexapro 10mg daily and also have ibs. i want to make sure i can continue taking imodium as needed. when needed i take 1-2 pills of imodium multi symptom relief a day for 2 days?

A member asked:

Can i take imodium (loperamide) anti diarrhea with avelox. second day on avelox and have diarrhea.?

A member asked:

Hi doctors, please i want to know if it is safe to take imodium for occasional diarrhea, along with zoloft (200mg/day). thank you in advance,?

A member asked:

I take lexapro daily and (for the next 10 days) xanax 3 times a day. i sometimes need to take pepcid or imodium. how do all these interact with each other and how much time should be spaced between meds?

A member asked:

Is it possible that i take bentyl, beano, gas-x, and imodium (loperamide) all in the same day?

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