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Pharmacy Guide
Patient leaflets and SmPCs, drug interaction checker, official dosages and NHS pharmacy opening hours — all in one place.
Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2 mg Capsules (GSL) (6 Capsules)
⚠ This medicine appears to have been discontinued
The electronic medicines compendium (emc) no longer publishes a Summary of Product Characteristics for this product, which usually means it is no longer marketed in the UK. The patient leaflet below is kept for reference, but the product may not be available.
If you were prescribed this medicine, other products containing Loperamide hydrochloride may still be available. Do not stop your treatment — ask your pharmacist or GP what to use instead.
How to take it
this medicine
60 mm
60 mm
FILE NAME: WBA-6243-Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2mg Capsules x6 leaflet
Possible side effects
(containing black iron oxide (E172), shellac, propylene Most people will not have problems, but some may get glycol). The pack contains 6 hard, green/grey capsules with some. "0611" printed on them. If you get any of these serious side effects, stop taking the capsules. See a doctor at once: Who makes this medicine Rare: (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people) Manufactured for the Marketing Authorisation holder
- Allergic reactions including unexplained wheezing, The Boots Company PLC Nottingham NG2 3AA shortness of breath, passing out or swelling of the face, by Famar AVE Anthoussa Attiki 15349 Greece neck, tongue or throat (severe allergic reactions) Leaflet prepared May 2024.
- Skin rashes, which may be severe and include peeling, If you would like any further information about this medicine, swelling, blistering and lesions of the skin please contact The Boots Company PLC Nottingham
- Loss or decreased levels of consciousness (passing out, NG2 3AA feeling faint or less alert), muscle stiffness, lack of Other formats coordination, lack of response to stimulation To request a copy of this leaflet in Braille, large print or audio Not known: (frequency cannot be estimated from the please call, free of charge: available data): 0800 198 5000 (UK only)
- Upper abdominal pain, abdominal pain that radiates to Please be ready to give the following information: back, tenderness when touching the abdomen, fever, rapid Product name: Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2 mg Capsules pulse, nausea, vomiting, which may be symptoms of (6 capsules) inflammation of the pancreas (acute pancreatitis). Reference number: 00014/0611 This is a service provided by the Royal National Institute of Blind People.
31055687
170 mm
PROOF NUMBER:
4
PROOF DATE:
15/07/2024
ARTWORKER:
DMc/Martyn
ITEM CODE:
53-84-451
COMPONENT CODE:
31055687
PHARMA CODE NO.:
4559
BARCODE TYPE:
N/A
BARCODE NO.: PACK TYPE:
QUERIES FOR CLIENTS ANY 'CLIENT QUERY' BOXES WILL BE VISIBLE IN RED AND WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY REMOVED ON APPROVAL OF THE ARTWORK. APPROVAL BY THE ADMIN 'MASTER' APPROVER WILL SIGNIFY THAT YOU ARE HAPPY TO PROCEED TO PRINT WITHOUT ACTION BEING TAKEN WITH REGARDS TO THE CLIENT QUERY.
Leaflet
FINISH: FINISH TYPE: SUBSTRATE:
Paper
SUBSTRATE COLOUR:
White
NUMBER OF COLOURS:
1
BRAILLE: PRINTING COLOURS
PMS 282 C
TECHNICAL & NON-PRINTING
SPECIAL FINISHES & FOILS
ARTWORK TEXT SIZE MAIN HEADINGS:
13pt
SUB HEADINGS: BODY HEADINGS:
11pt 9pt
Cutter
PACK MOCK UP
Guides
SUPPLIER CONTACT: SUPPLIER DETAILS:
PRINTER CONTACT: PRINTER DETAILS:
Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2mg Capsules
PRODUCT NAME:
PRODUCT LICENCE NO.: PL 00014/0611 WORDING REF:
Internally approved v1 dated 28/05/2024 WBA-6243 R2
STATUS:
MHRA Approved
PACK DETAILS:
Blister of clear 250 micron PVC and 20 micron aluminium foil
PACK SIZE:
6 capsules
VERSION NO. 1
DATE ISSUED
REASON FOR CHANGE
12/07/2024
Safety update in line with refMP Imodium Classic 2mg Capsules (PL 15513/0309)
THIS SCALE MEASURES 50MM WHEN ARTWORK IS AT 100% 0 10 20 30 40 50
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THIS ARTWORK BE ALTERED WITHOUT PRIOR PERMISSION FROM WK360. TECHNICAL INFORMATION, PRINTER PLEASE NOTE: WK360 HAVE CREATED THIS ARTWORK TO A GENERIC PRINT PROCESS SPECIFICATION AND REPRO HAS NOT BEEN APPLIED. PLEASE CALL YOUR CLIENT CONTACT TO DISCUSS ANY AMENDS OR IF ANYTHING FALLS BENEATH YOUR PRINT TOLERANCES
Artwork Only
60 mm
60 mm
Diarrhoea Relief 2 mg Capsules (Loperamide Hydrochloride)
What this medicine is for
270 mm
How to store it
this medicine include: increased heart rate, irregular heartbeat, changes Do not store above 30°C. to your heartbeat (these symptoms can have potentially Store in the original package. serious, life-threatening consequences), muscle stiffness, Keep this medicine in a safe place out of the sight and uncoordinated movements, drowsiness, difficulty urinating, reach of children, preferably in a locked cupboard. or weak breathing. Children react more strongly to large Use by the date on the end flap of the carton. amounts of this medicine than adults. If a child takes too much or shows any of the above symptoms, call a doctor What is in this medicine immediately. Take your medicine and this leaflet with you. Each capsule contains Loperamide Hydrochloride If you forget to take the medicine: You should only take 2 mg, which is the active ingredient. this medicine as you need it, following the dosage As well as the active ingredient, the capsules also contain instructions above carefully. If you forget to take a dose, lactose monohydrate, pregelatinised maize starch, take a dose after the next loose stool (bowel movement). magnesium stearate. The capsule shell contains gelatin, Do not take a double dose. ponceau 4R (E124), indigo carmine (E132), titanium dioxide (E171), yellow and black iron oxides (E172), printing ink
Frequently asked questions about Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2 mg Capsules (GSL) (6 Capsules)
How do I take Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2 mg Capsules (GSL) (6 Capsules)?
Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2 mg Capsules (GSL) (6 Capsules) comes as capsule containing 2mg. Always follow the dose your doctor or pharmacist has given you, and read the leaflet that comes with the medicine.
What is the active substance in Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2 mg Capsules (GSL) (6 Capsules)?
The active substance in Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2 mg Capsules (GSL) (6 Capsules) is loperamide hydrochloride.
Are there equivalent medicines to Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2 mg Capsules (GSL) (6 Capsules)?
Medicines with the same active substance, strength and form include: Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2 mg Capsules (P) (12 or 18 Capsules), Imodium Classic 2 mg Capsules, Imodium IBS Relief 2mg Soft Capsules. In total there are 13 equivalent products. They are interchangeable only if your prescriber or pharmacist says so.
Where does this information come from?
This leaflet reproduces the patient information leaflet approved for Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2 mg Capsules (GSL) (6 Capsules), as published on the electronic medicines compendium (emc). The version printed inside your medicine’s packaging is the one that applies to you.
Can I get Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2 mg Capsules (GSL) (6 Capsules) without a prescription?
Whether a medicine is available over the counter or on prescription only depends on its licence. Check the leaflet, or ask your pharmacist — they can tell you straight away.
About this leaflet
The text above reproduces the patient information leaflet approved for this medicine, restructured for easier reading.
- Source: electronic medicines compendium (emc), Datapharm
- Active substance: loperamide hydrochloride
- Official document: view the original leaflet on emc →
💬 Ask about this leaflet
Ask anything about Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2 mg Capsules (GSL) (6 Capsules). The assistant answers only from this leaflet — if the leaflet does not cover it, it will say so. It does not give medical advice.
Answers come from the patient leaflet published on the electronic medicines compendium (emc). They are not medical advice. Ask a pharmacist or your GP if you are unsure. For urgent help call NHS 111, or 999 in an emergency.