Imodium Instant Melts Leaflet that contain the patient information also provides information on the ingredients of the medicine.

Imodium Instant melts can be used to treat acute episodes of diarrhoea which can be associated with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) after your doctor has diagnosed you for this condition. If you do find yourself feeling drowsy whilst taking Imodium Instants, you should not drive or use machinery.When using Imodium Melts, you need to ensure that you are replacing any fluids lost from bouts of diarrhoea by regularly sipping water or using electrolyte rehydration sachets, such as Dioralyte. Seek advice before using if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, breastfeeding or if you suffer from allergies.

If you are constipated, or your stomach appears swollen (especially in children with severe dehydration).Do not take this product for anything other than its intended use and never take more than the recommended amount (see section 3). You can take Imodium Instant for up to 2 weeks to treat repeat attacks, however you must not take this medicine for any one diarrhoea attack that lasts longer than 48 hours.

You will seek medical advice if you experience any side effects of treatment, if you start new medication or if your medical conditions change during treatment. If you’re trying to get pregnant, talk to your doctor if you take loperamide on prescription as part of ongoing treatment for a bowel condition. Imodium is for the symptomatic relief of diarrhoea only and is not a substitute for rehydration therapy.

Imodium Instant Melts Age restrictions vary depending on the condition you are taking them sure and should be followed at all times if you are ever unsure you should contact your GP for advice. They melt in the mouth, making them ideal for those who don’t like to take traditional, solid tablets, and can help to treat both short term diarrhoea and diarrhoea caused by IBS. Upon cessation, cases of drug withdrawal syndrome have been observed in individuals abusing, misusing, or intentionally overdosing with excessively large doses of loperamide. Imodium Instant Melts must be discontinued promptly when ileus, constipation or abdominal distension develop. Drink plenty of fluids – Diarrhoea can cause dehydration, make sure you drink plenty of fluids to replace the fluids lost through diarrhoea.