Loperamide Spirig HC Filmtabl 2 mg 20 pcs

What is Loperamide Spirig HC and when is it used?

Loperamide Spirig HC is a highly effective remedy for sudden (acute) and prolonged (chronic) diarrhea of ??various causes. If prescribed by a doctor, Loperamide Spirig HC can also be used for diarrhea that can occur after surgery to shorten the small intestine. It inhibits bowel movement by acting directly on the bowel muscles, making the stool thicker and reducing the number of bowel movements. The effect can take effect after about two hours.

When shouldn't Loperamide Spirig HC be taken?

Loperamide Spirig HC should not be given to children under 6 years of age.Loperamide Spirig HC must not be used:?if you are allergic to loperamide or any of the excipients.?if you suffer from severe liver diseases.?if you have severe diarrhea, the associated with high fever and/or mucous-bloody stools.?if you suffer from a sudden onset of severe inflammation of the colon (e.g. ulcerative colitis).?if you suffer from bacterial intestinal inflammation caused by pathogens penetrating the intestinal wall.?if you suffer from diarrhea which occurs during or after taking antibiotics.?if you suffer from conditions in which the intestines are inhibited activity is to be avoided, e.g. constipation, intestinal blockage and abdominal distension.

If you suffer from one of the diseases mentioned, please tell your doctor.

When should you be careful when taking Loperamide Spirig HC?

Although Loperamide Spirig HC stops the diarrhea, Loperamide Spirig HC does not treat the cause. If possible, the cause of the diarrhea should be treated.A sudden attack of diarrhea is usually stopped by Loperamide Spirig HC within 48 hours. If you do not see any improvement within 48 hours, you should stop taking Loperamide Spirig HC and consult your doctor.

If you have AIDS and are taking Loperamide Spirig HC to treat diarrhea, you must stop taking Loperamide Spirig HC immediately at the first sign of a distended or swollen abdomen and inform your doctor.

Abuse and misuse of loperamide hydrochloride, the active ingredient in L operamide Spirig HC, have been reported. Only take Loperamid Spirig HC for the describedareas of application. The maximum daily dose should not be exceeded.

Long-term or regular use of Loperamide Spirig HC should be done under the supervision of a doctor.

Also tell your doctor if you suffer from liver problems, as you may need medical supervision during treatment with Loperamide Spirig HC.

You should tell your doctor or nurse if you are taking any medicines that reduce gastrointestinal activity share, as this could make the effect of Loperamide Spirig HC too strong.During diarrhea, tiredness, dizziness and drowsiness can often occur. This can affect reactions, the ability to use tools or machines and the ability to drive.Loperamide Spirig HC film-coated tablets contain lactose. Patients suffering from galactose intolerance, lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not use this medicine.Tell your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you are taking any of the following medicines:?ritonavir (used to treat HIV infection),?quinidine (used to treat cardiac arrhythmia),?De smopressin (to treat increased urination),?itraconazole or ketoconazole (to treat fungal infections) or?gemfibrozil (to lower cholesterol levels).Tell your doctor, pharmacist or pharmacistgists or your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you? suffer from other illnesses,? have allergies or? take other medicines (including those you bought yourself!).Lactose:Please only take Loperamide Spirig HC after consulting your doctor if you know that you suffer from a sugar intolerance.

May L operamid Spirig HC during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

The doctor must decide whether to take Loperamide Spirig HC during pregnancy.

You should not take Loperamide Spirig HC while breastfeeding, as small amounts of the active ingredient pass into breast milk.

How do you use Loperamide Spirig HC?

You lose a lot of liquid during the diarrhea. Therefore, make sure that you drink more liquid than usual during the period of diarrhea. This is especially important for children and elderly patients. Your pharmacist or druggist can give you a special mixture of salt and sugar. Along with water, this also replaces the salts lost during diarrhea. This solution is particularly suitable for children.The dose of Loperamide Spirig HC depends on age and the type of diarrhea. Loperamide Spirig HC film-coated tablets are swallowed whole with some liquid. Unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor:Adolescents and adultsSudden diarrheaInitial dose: 2 film-coated tablets.Follow-up dose after each subsequent liquid stool: 1 film-coated tablet.Maximum daily dose: 8 film-coated tablets.Chronic diarrhoea:As prescribed by the doctor.Children aged 6-12Sudden onset of diarrheaInitial dose: 1 film-coated tablet.Following dose after each subsequent liquid stool: 1 film-coated tablet.Maximum daily dose: 3 film-coated tablets.In children, the maximum daily dose, regardless of body weight, never exceed the maximum daily dose for adolescents and adults (8 film-coated tablets).Chronic diarrhoeaAs prescribed by your doctor.As soon as the stool has returned to normal (firm and formed) or if no stool has been passed for more than 12 hours, treatment with Loperamide Spirig HC should be stopped.Keep to the instructions given in the package leaflet or by the doctor tin prescribed dosage, especially in children. Do not exceed the maximum daily dose above.If you take more Loperamide Spirig HC than you shouldSee a doctor as soon as possible, especially if you experience the following symptoms: muscle stiffness, lack of coordination, drowsiness, constricted pupils, increased muscle tone, weak breathing, difficulty urinating, increased heart rate, irregular heartbeat or bowel obstruction. p>Children may be more sensitive to CNS effects than adults.Follow the dosage provided in the package insert or as prescribed by your healthcare professional. If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Loperamide Spirig HC have?

The following side effects can occur when taking Loperamide Spirig HC film tablets:Common (affects 1 to 10 in 100 users): Headache, dizziness, constipation, nausea, flatulence.Uncommon (affects 1 to 10 users in 1000): Abdominal or upper abdominal pain, abdominal discomfort, dry mouth, vomiting, indigestion, skin rash.Side effects which have been observed in post-marketing experience and the frequency of which cannot be determined:Hypersensitivity reactions, difficulty concentrating, impaired consciousness, increased muscle tone, loss of consciousness, drowsiness, muscle stiffness, constriction of the pupils, bowel obstruction or dilatation, severe skin reaction, difficulty urinating, itching, tiredness.

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist. This applies in particular to side effects that are not listed in this leaflet.Stop taking Loperamide Spirig HC film-coated tablets and tell your doctor immediately if you notice or suspect any of the following symptoms. If this happens you may need urgent treatment:?Sudden swelling of the face, lips or throat, difficulty breathing, hives (also known as hives or urticaria), severe irritation, redness or blistering of the skin. These symptoms may be signs of hypersensitivity or an allergic reaction.?extreme tiredness, incoordination, loss of consciousness.?severe abdominal pain, abdominal swelling or fever, which could indicate a blockage or dilation of the bowel.Some adverse events that have been reported with loperamide are often symptoms of the underlying diarrhea (abdominal pain, malaise, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth , tiredness, drowsiness, dizziness, constipation and gas). These symptoms are often difficult to distinguish from adverse events.

What else needs to be considered?

The medicinal product may only be used up to the date marked «EXP» on the container.Storage instructionsStore in the original packaging, protected from light and moisture and not above 25 °C. Keep out of the reach of children.Further informationReturn expired medicines to your pharmacist.Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information. These people have the detailed technical information.

What does Loperamide Spirig HC contain?

Active substances1 film-coated tablet contains 2 mg loperamide hydrochloride.ExcipientsMaize starch, lactose monohydrate, microcrystalline cellulose, copovidone, colloidal silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, hypromellose, macrogol 6000, dimethicone, methylcellulose, sorbic acid (E200).

Authorization number

65877 (Swissmedic).

Where can you get Loperamide Spirig HC? Which packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores without a doctor's prescription

Packs of 20 film-coated tablets.

In pharmacies only with a doctor's prescription

Packs of 60 film-coated tablets.

Authorization holder

Spirig HealthCare AG, 4622 Egerkingen Last checked by the drug authority (Swissmedic) in 2018.