A 40-year-old member asked:
how fast does imodium (loperamide) work?
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Dr. Yash Khannaanswered
Family Medicine 57 years experience
Within 2to4 hours: It start to work within 2to4 hours.
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A 36-year-old member asked:
Is it safe for me to take imodium while i'm on lexapro (escitalopram)?
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Dr. Kevin Considineanswered
Family Medicine 30 years experience
Yes: Yes there should be no problem however if the Lexapro (escitalopram) is causing the diarrhea or cramping you may want to re eval your use of lexapro (escitalopram).
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A 37-year-old member asked:
On the road sometimes I have to take imodium (loperamide). Any side effects?
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Dr. Richard Bensingeranswered
Ophthalmology 52 years experience
Minimal: This is one of those formerly prescription only drugs with such a low toxicity and side effect profile that it has been released by the fda for over the counter sale. It can be effective for GI problems and hopefully is working for you. The GI issues are far more of a problem than any side effects.
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A 44-year-old member asked:
What is the treatment for loperamide overdose?
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Dr. Michael Sparacinoanswered
Family Medicine 37 years experience
Stop it: Stop it. Get together with your doctor and develop a plan. Most patients can cold turkey it but some need a medicine called Naltrexone and Clonidine for help.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
My friend got high off of loperamide hydrochloride?
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Dr. Ed Friedlanderanswered
Pathology 44 years experience
Okay: I'm glad it was your friend and not you. Taking a medicine that is primarily meant to treat diarrhea, and that will make you constipated, probably isn't your idea of fun. Supposedly it spares the opioid receptors in the brain, but i've wondered. You're smart enough to find healthtap -- i bet you can help your friend find more productive activities you can both enjoy.
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A 40-year-old member asked:
If on plane ride and loose motions, do I have to take the pills like imoduim for my bowels?
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Dr. Yash Khannaanswered
Family Medicine 57 years experience
You can: It depends, but if you just have loose bowels and no fever etc, you may take immodium and clear fluids till you land and than check with your doctor or go to er.
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