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Imoboston belongs to the group of gastrointestinal drugs with the main active ingredient being Loperamide hydrochloride 2mg. The drug is used to treat acute and chronic diarrhea and to compensate for electrolytes. The following article will share how to use Imoboston most effectively.1. What is the effect of Imoboston?
Imoboston is indicated for use in the following cases:
Treatment and relief of symptoms of acute nonspecific diarrhea, chronic diarrhea caused by inflammatory bowel disease. Electrolyte compensation for the body is an irreplaceable measure. Reducing the volume of waste (feces) for patients who have had an ileostomy or colostomy. Treatment of symptoms of acute episodes of diarrhea associated with irritable bowel syndrome in people > 18 years of age. Treatment of acute diarrhea in adults and children > 12 years of age.
2. Dosage and how to use Imoboston
How to use:
Imoboston is prepared in the form of capsules indicated for oral use. Dosage:
Depending on the age and condition of each person, the most appropriate dose will be used.
Adults and children > 12 years old:
Acute diarrhea: The first dose is 4mg Loperamide, then each loose bowel movement, 2mg orally, up to 5 days. Usual dose: 6-8mg Loperamide/day. Maximum dose: 16mg Loperamide/day. Chronic diarrhea: Take 4mg Loperamide, then take 2mg Loperamide with each loose stool until the diarrhea stops. Maintenance dose: Take 4-8mg Loperamide/day in divided doses (2 times). Maximum dose: 16mg Loperamide/day. Children:
Loperamide is not recommended for routine use in children as the treatment of acute diarrhea.
Children under 6 years: Imoboston is not recommended. Children 6 - 8 years old: Take 2mg Loperamide, 2 times a day. Children from 8 to 12 years old: Take 2mg Loperamide, 3 times daily. Maintenance dose: Take 1mg Loperamide/10kg body weight, only take after 1 bowel movement.
Chronic diarrhea: Loperamide dose has not been determined.
Note: The above dosage cannot replace the dose on the drug leaflet and prescribed by the doctor. The specific dose will depend on your condition and condition, contact your doctor or pharmacist for the most appropriate dose.
3. Contraindications to the use of Imoboston
Imoboston should not be used in the following cases:
Children under 12 years old and the elderly (> 65 years old). Patients with acute ulcerative colitis or pseudomembranous colitis caused by broad-spectrum antibiotics. The patient has acute dysentery, characterized by blood in the stools and high fever. Patients with enteritis caused by invasive bacteria. Inhibits intestinal motility. When there is liver damage or severe liver failure. Patients who are sensitive to Loperamide ingredients. Abdominal distension. Acute infectious diarrhea caused by bacteria E.coli, Salmonella, Shigella have the ability to penetrate deep into the intestinal mucosa.
4. Imoboston drug interactions
The following drugs when combined with Imoboston may have drug interactions:
Cotrimoxazole may increase the bioavailability of Loperamide. Drugs that depress the central nervous system Phenothiazines. Tricyclic antidepressants. To ensure the safety of drug use, patients need to list all the drugs they are using so that the doctor can have a suitable medication direction to avoid unwanted interactions.
5. Possible side effects when using Imoboston
When using Imoboston, patients may experience some side effects. However, the reactions are common in the gastrointestinal tract and are not too serious such as:
Constipation Dry mouth Epigastric pain Drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue Skin rash, urticaria The patient should inform the doctor , pharmacists unwanted side effects encountered when using the drug Imoboston.
6. Pay attention to precautions when using Imoboston treatment
Before using Imoboston, patients should carefully read the instruction leaflet, follow the doctor's instructions and refer to the information below.
Do not use Loperamide for children < 12 years old. In patients with diarrhea accompanied by electrolyte loss, rehydration therapy is most important. Patients with AIDS should discontinue the drug when symptoms of abdominal distension appear. Use caution in patients with ulcerative colitis. When taking Loperamide, it is necessary to closely monitor bowel movements, stool volume and body temperature. Monitor abdominal distension. With caution in patients with impaired liver function or ulcerative colitis, close monitoring is required for signs of CNS toxicity because of a phase 1 metabolism. Discontinue if acute diarrhea does not improve. improve within 48 hours. When using Loperamide can occur side effects of fatigue, drowsiness, dizziness, so it should be used with caution when driving and operating machinery. The drug should not be used in pregnant women because there are no accurate reports on the safety and effectiveness of Imoboston. There are data to show that Loperamide secretes breast milk, but very little. In this case, Loperamide can be used for nursing mothers, but with the lowest possible dose. Hopefully, the useful information shared above will help patients about the Imoboston drug line. Patients should always follow the instructions from the medical professional on how to take the medicine properly to get the best effect.
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