Need relief? Imodium Original helps to ease both short-term diarrhoea and diarrhoea caused by IBS, for effective stomach-soothing.

Benefits:

• Diarrhoea tablets, perfect for fast and effective relief
• Gets to work within one hour of taking
• Helps to slow down an overactive bowel
• Contains Loperamide, a powerful substance used in treating diarrhoea
• Helps your body to absorb water and salts
• Contains 6 capsules, each with 2mg of Loperamide

Soothe your stomach fast with these effective diarrhoea tablets. Containing 2mg of the active ingredient Loperamide in every capsule, Imodium Original works quickly to slow down overactive bowels – giving your body time to absorb the water and salts you usually lose with diarrhoea, and helping you cut down on bathroom trips.

Each capsule contains 2mg Loperamide Hydrochloride. Also contains Lactose.

Active Ingredients: Lactose, Maize starch, Talc, Magnesium stearate (E572)

Capsule cap: Titanium dioxide (E171), Yellow ferric oxide (E172), Indigo carmine (E132), Gelatin

Capsule body: Titanium dioxide (E171), Black ferrous oxide (E172), Indigo carmine (E132), Erythrosine (E127), Gelatin

Sudden short-lived (acute) diarrhoea:

Adults and children over 12 years: Swallow 2 capsules initially, followed if required, by 1 capsule after every further loose bowel movement, up to a maximum of 6 capsules per day.

Diarrhoea associated with Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) already diagnosed by a doctor:

Adults of 18 years and over: Swallow 2 capsules initially, followed if required, by 1 capsule after every further loose bowel movement, or as advised previously by your doctor.

• Do not take more than 6 tablets in any 24-hour period
• Keep out of the sight and reach of children
• Read the leaflet carefully before use
• For the symptomatic relief of diarrhoea only and is not a substitute for rehydration therapy
• If your symptoms change or if your diarrhoea persists for more than 2 weeks, consult your doctor

Many people will experience no or only very mild side effects when taking Imodium Original for a short period of time. Common side effects include:

• Constipation
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Headaches
• Flatulence

In rare cases, some people may experience more serious side effects. Stop taking Imodium Original and seek immediate medical attention if you:

• Feel faint, less alert, or have passed out
• Have lost balance or coordination

Loss of consciousness, depressed level of consciousness, tiredness, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur when diarrhoea is treated with this medicine. Therefore, it is advisable to use caution when driving a car or operating machinery.