Imodium Instant Melts

The active ingredient in Imodium Instant Melts is loperamide hydrochloride. It works by slowing down the movements of the digestive system and changing the water and electrolyte movements to reduce loose bowel movements. Imodium Instant Melts result in effective relief of loose stools and IBS relief.

Follow all directions given to you by your doctor and read all documents provided, including the full Prescribing Information, FDA-Approved Product Labeling, Instructions for Use, and Medication Guide, before using Imodium Instant Melts. However, the following is a synopsis of the general guidelines for the use of Imodium Instant Melts:

• Imodium Instant Melts should be taken by mouth. The dissolving tablet will disintegrate quickly in your mouth, so you can swallow it without water. Do not chew.
• The recommended dose for adults and children aged 12 years and over is 2 tablets initially, then 1 tablet after each loose stool, to a maximum of 6 tablets in a 24-hour period.
• If your symptoms do not improve or resolve within 48 hours, stop taking Imodium Instant Melts and talk to your healthcare professional.
• The recommended dose for IBS diarrhea for adults aged 18 years and over is 2 tablets initially, then 1 tablet after each loose stool or as advised by your healthcare professional. The maximum is 6 tablets in a 24-hour period. Imodium Instant Melts can be taken for up to 2 weeks for repeated attacks, but stop taking this medication if an attack lasts longer than 48 hours.
• Rehydration therapy is important in diarrhea because you can lose large amounts of fluids. Ask your healthcare professional for advice on how to prevent dehydration from diarrhea.

The most common side effects of Imodium Instant Melts include:

• Nausea.
• Vomiting.
• Drowsiness.
• Dizziness.
• Dry mouth.
• Flatulence.
• Constipation.
• Headache.

Some individuals may experience serious side effects while using Imodium Instant Melts. These side effects may require immediate medical attention. If you experience any of the following, contact your healthcare provider or seek emergency medical help:

• Allergic reaction or hypersensitivity.
• Heart problems, like abnormal heart rhythms.
• New or worsening IBS symptoms.
• Pancreatitis. Symptoms include fever, upper abdominal pain, and nausea.

These are not all of the possible side effects of Imodium Instant Melts. You should always seek medical advice from your healthcare provider for any questions or concerns about your medical condition or treatment. Read all patient information, medication guides, or drug information sheets that come with this medication. You can also report adverse effects to the Food and Drug Administration at www.fda.gov/medwatch or 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before starting Imodium Instant Melts, it is crucial to discuss any existing health conditions with your healthcare provider. You should be sure that your healthcare provider is aware of all your medical conditions, including whether any of the following apply:

• Allergy or hypersensitivity to other antidiarrheal medications or antacids.
• History of abnormal heart rhythms.
• Liver disease.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Aged 40 years or over, and your IBS symptoms are different, or it has been some time since your last IBS attack.

• Children less than 12 years of age for short-term diarrhea and less than 18 years of age for IBS diarrhea.
• Severe diarrhea after taking antibiotics.
• Allergy or hypersensitivity to loperamide hydrochloride or any ingredient in the formulation.
• Acute dysentery. Symptoms include bloody stool, black stool, and fever.
• Bacterial infections, such as Salmonella, Shigella, and Campylobacter.
• Acute ulcerative colitis.
• Difficulty swallowing.
• Constipation.

You should start to feel relief within 1 hour of taking Imodium Quick Dissolve. If your symptoms do not improve within 48 hours, please see a healthcare professional.

When Imodium Instant Melts is taken with other prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and supplements, it may change how they work or increase the frequency or severity of side effects. Make sure that you tell your healthcare professional about anything that you are taking to avoid any negative drug interactions, including:

• Gemfibrozil.
• Ritonavir.
• Quinidine.

-Desmopressin.

• Itraconazole or ketoconazole.

Imodium Instant Melts contains 2 mg loperamide hydrochloride per orodispersible tablet.

Important inactive ingredients include mannitol, aspartame, mint flavour, and sodium hydrogen carbonate. The manufacturer has a full list of inactive ingredients and a patient information leaflet.

Store Imodium Instant Melts at room temperature, and keep out of reach of children and pets.

McNeil Consumer Healthcare manufactures Imodium Instant Melts.

Yes, the generic version is loperamide hydrochloride.

Imodium Instant Melts should only be taken for diarrhea that lasts less than 48 hours. Once your diarrhea symptoms resolve, stop taking Imodium Instant Melts. If your diarrhea does not improve or resolve within 48 hours, stop taking this medication and contact your healthcare professional.

There is limited human data on loperamide use in pregnancy; however, animal data do suggest low risk. Talk to your doctor if you are already pregnant or if you have any plans to become pregnant. They will know or recommend what is best for you.

There is human data on loperamide use in breastfeeding, and it is likely compatible. Talk to your doctor if you are already breastfeeding or if you have any plans to breastfeed. They will know or recommend what is best for you.