Stoprrhea 2 mg 30 tablets

Description

Stoprrhea is an antidiarrheal medication containing loperamide hydrochloride. It acts directly on the intestinal wall by binding to opioid receptors, reducing intestinal motility and prolonging the transit time of intestinal contents. This allows more water and electrolytes to be absorbed from the intestine, resulting in firmer stools and less frequent bowel movements. The medication does not affect the underlying cause of diarrhoea but helps control the symptoms and reduce fluid loss.

Indications for Use

Treatment of acute diarrhoea in adults and children over 12 years.

Symptomatic relief of diarrhoea associated with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) in adults diagnosed by a physician.

Dosage and Administration

Place tablet on the tongue; it disintegrates and should be swallowed with saliva. No water needed.

Adults and children 12+: 2 tablets initially, then 1 tablet after each loose stool. Max: 6 tablets/day.

IBS-related diarrhoea (18+ years): Same dosage. Max: 6 tablets/day.

Elderly/Renal impairment: No dose adjustment needed.

Hepatic impairment: Use with caution.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to loperamide or excipients

Children under 12 years

Acute dysentery (fever + blood in stools)

Acute ulcerative colitis

Bacterial enterocolitis (Salmonella, Shigella, Campylobacter)

Pseudomembranous colitis (e.g., post-antibiotics)

Avoid use when inhibition of peristalsis is risky (ileus, megacolon)

Precautions

Only for short-term symptomatic relief. If no improvement in 48 hrs, consult a doctor.

Rehydration is essential in diarrhoea treatment.

Discontinue at first signs of ileus, abdominal distension, or constipation.

Use with caution in hepatic impairment due to CNS toxicity risk.

Stop use in AIDS patients with distension to prevent toxic megacolon.

Patients with IBS should consult a doctor if symptoms persist or worsen.

Pregnancy and Lactation

Not recommended during pregnancy, especially first trimester.

Loperamide may be excreted in breast milk; avoid during breastfeeding.

Side Effects

Common: Headache, dizziness, nausea, constipation, flatulence, abdominal pain, dry mouth

Rare/Severe: Ileus, toxic megacolon, allergic reactions (rash, urticaria, anaphylaxis), Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, angioedema, urinary retention, fatigue, CNS effects (somnolence, stupor, loss of consciousness)

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a dry place, in the original packaging.

Packaging

Carton box containing 3 strips of 10 orodispersible tablets + package insert.