Diarrhoea always comes at an inconvenient time and can significantly disrupt your daily routine, making you feel insecure and listless. The constant discomfort and worry about having a toilet nearby limit your freedom to go out carefree. Imodium 2mg melt offers the support you need by helping to restore the natural balance in your intestines, so you can quickly resume your vital lifestyle.
- Fast results: Helps to stop diarrhoea usually within a few hours, allowing you to quickly regain control of your day.
- Ease of use without water: The melt tablet dissolves on the tongue within a few seconds, ideal for on the go or if you have difficulty swallowing.
- Targeted action: The active ingredient loperamide hydrochloride works specifically in the intestines, exactly where support is needed.
- Suitable for the whole family: Safe to use for adults and children from 8 years old for both acute and chronic complaints.
How it works
Imodium Instant contains loperamide hydrochloride, a component that reduces excessive propulsive movements of the intestines. By slowing this down, the body gets more time to absorb fluid and salts from the stool, which contributes to firmer stools and reduces the risk of dehydration. As your trusted health partner, VitAdvice offers this remedy as a responsible solution to normalise bowel activity without completely stopping the natural process.
Composition
| Active ingredient |
Loperamide hydrochloride (2 mg per tablet) |
| Form |
Orodispersible tablet (melt tablet) |
| Quantity |
10 pieces |
| RVG number |
33724 |
| Weight |
1.000 kg |
Ingredients
Loperamide hydrochloride, gelatin (E485), mannitol (E421), aspartame (E951), mint flavouring (contains ethanol and benzyl alcohol), sodium hydrogen carbonate.
Use & Dosage
For acute (sudden) diarrhoea: Start with 2 tablets (4 mg). Then take 1 tablet (2 mg) after each subsequent loose stool, as long as the diarrhoea lasts. Never take more than 8 tablets (16 mg) in one day.
For chronic (long-term) diarrhoea: Start with 2 tablets (4 mg) per day. Then adjust this dose until you have solid stools 1 to 2 times a day. This is usually achieved with 1 to 6 tablets (2 to 12 mg) per day. You must never take more than 8 tablets (16 mg) in one day.
Children from 8 years old (Acute diarrhoea): Start with 1 tablet (2 mg). Then take 1 tablet (2 mg) after each subsequent loose stool, as long as the diarrhoea lasts. The maximum number of tablets per day depends on weight: 20-27 kg (max. 3), 27-34 kg (max. 4), 34-40 kg (max. 5), 40-47 kg (max. 6), 47-54 kg (max. 7), more than 54 kg (max. 8). The tablet dissolves on the tongue within a few seconds and is swallowed with saliva; it can be taken without liquid during or between meals.
Safety & Disclaimer
Do not use if allergic to any of the substances, in children under 2 years old (capsules not under 8 years), in case of poisoning, megacolon, constipation, persistent abdominal pain with high fever or blood/mucus in the stool, or severe intestinal inflammation. There is a risk of dehydration; drink 2 litres of water per day. Consult a doctor first in case of HIV, pregnancy (must not be used unless on doctor's advice), breastfeeding or use of other medicines (such as contraceptive pill, blood thinners, heart medication, epilepsy medication). Consult a doctor if diarrhoea persists for more than 3 days, in case of signs of dehydration, or if symptoms have not disappeared after 14 days. Read the leaflet before use.
