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I have been taking imodium (loperamide) pills regularly since 2010. is this bad for you?

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Dr. Yash Khanna
Dr. Yash Khannaanswered
Family Medicine 59 years experience
Not a good idea: Taking immodium for that long time is not a good idea as you may be masking some chronic gastrointestinal condition and may need to be investigated and diagnosed.Iwill consult youe doctor or a gastroenterologist.
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