Patient leaflets and SmPCs, drug interaction checker, official dosages and NHS pharmacy opening hours — all in one place.
Patient leaflets and SmPCs, drug interaction checker, official dosages and NHS pharmacy opening hours — all in one place.
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.
this medicine
Diarrhoea Two capsules to Don't take more than 6 associated start with. capsules in any 24 hours. with irritable After that, take one You can use this bowel capsule after each medicine for up to 14 syndrome, loose bowel days for repeated which has movement (or as attacks, but don't take been advised by your for any one attack lasting diagnosed by doctor). longer than 48 hours. a doctor Don't take for more than 14 days.
Swallow each capsule with water. For oral use only. Do not give to children under 12 years. Do not take more than the amount recommended above. Replace lost fluid by drinking more liquid than usual. This medicine is not for long-term treatment. If your short term diarrhoea does not go away within 48 hours talk to your doctor. If you need to take this medicine for diarrhoea associated with IBS for more than 14 days, or if you notice new symptoms, or symptoms worsen, talk to your doctor. If you take too many capsules: If you have taken too many Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2 mg Capsules, immediately contact a doctor or hospital for advice. Symptoms may include: increased heart rate, irregular heartbeat, changes to your heartbeat (these symptoms can have potentially serious, life-threatening consequences), muscle stiffness, uncoordinated movements, drowsiness, difficulty urinating, or weak breathing. Children react more strongly to large amounts of this medicine than adults. If a child takes too much or shows any of the above symptoms, call a doctor immediately. Take your medicine and this leaflet with you. If you forget to take the medicine: You should only take this medicine as you need it, following the dosage instructions above carefully. If you forget to take a dose, take a dose after the next loose stool (bowel movement). Do not take a double dose..
Possible side effects
Most people will not have problems, but some may get some. If you get any of these serious side effects, stop taking the capsules. See a doctor at once: Rare: (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people)
Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store. By reporting
you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
Other formats
To request a copy of this leaflet in Braille, large print or audio please call, free of charge: 0800 198 5000 (UK only) Please be ready to give the following information: Product name: Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2 mg Capsules (12 or 18 capsules) Reference number: 00014/0611 This is a service provided by the Royal National Institute of Blind People. 31055688
Gastro Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2mg Capsules x12/18
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PROOF DATE:
15/07/2024
ARTWORKER:
DMc/Martyn/DMc
ITEM CODE:
53-84-486 and 53-84-478
COMPONENT CODE:
31055688
PHARMA CODE NO.:
4590
BARCODE TYPE: BARCODE NO.:
QUERIES FOR CLIENTS
PACK TYPE:
ANY 'CLIENT QUERY' BOXES WILL BE VISIBLE IN RED AND WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY REMOVED ON APPROVAL OF THE ARTWORK.
FINISH TYPE:
Leaflet
FINISH: SUBSTRATE:
Paper
SUBSTRATE COLOUR: NUMBER OF COLOURS:
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.
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BRAILLE: PRINTING COLOURS
PMS 282 C
ARTWORK TEXT SIZES
TECHNICAL & NON-PRINTING
SPECIAL FINISHES & FOILS
LEAFLETS MIN 9PT, OTHER 7PT
MAIN HEADINGS:
13pt
SUB HEADINGS: BODY HEADINGS:
11pt 9pt
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PACK MOCK UP PRODUCT NAME:
Guides
SUPPLIER CONTACT: SUPPLIER DETAILS:
Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2mg Capsules
PRODUCT LICENCE NO.: PL 00014/0611 WORDING REF:
Internally approved v1 dated 28/05/2024 WBA-6244 R1
STATUS:
MHRA Approved
PACK DETAILS:
Blister of clear 250 micron PVC and 20 micron aluminium foil
PACK SIZE:
12, 18 capsules
Who makes this medicine
Manufactured for the Marketing Authorisation holder The Boots Company PLC Nottingham NG2 3AA by Famar AVE Anthoussa Attiki 15349 Greece Leaflet prepared May 2024. If you would like any further information about this medicine, please contact The Boots Company PLC Nottingham NG2 3AA
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What is in this medicine
Each capsule contains Loperamide Hydrochloride 2 mg, which is the active ingredient. As well as the active ingredient, the capsules also contain lactose monohydrate, pregelatinised maize starch, magnesium stearate. The capsule shell contains gelatin, ponceau 4R (E124), indigo carmine (E132), titanium dioxide (E171), yellow and black iron oxides (E172), printing ink (containing black iron oxide (E172), shellac, propylene glycol). The pack contains 12 or 18 hard, green/grey capsules with "0611" printed on them. Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
Boots Own Brand
FILE NAME: WBA-6244-Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2mg Capsules x12_18 leaflet-5384486-5384478
this medicine
Do not store above 30°C. Store in the original package. Keep this medicine in a safe place out of the sight and reach of children, preferably in a locked cupboard. Use by the date on the end flap of the carton.
Health
BRAND:
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Other effects that may occur
Common side effects: (less than 1 in every 10 people are affected)
5977
PROJECT NO.:
homeopathic remedies.
Adults only (18 years and over)
None
None
VERSION NO. 1
DATE ISSUED
REASON FOR CHANGE
12/07/2024
Safety update in line with refMP Imodium Classic 2mg Capsules (PL 15513/0309)
PRINTER CONTACT: PRINTER DETAILS:
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
Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2 mg Capsules (P) (12 or 18 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.
The active substance in Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2 mg Capsules (P) (12 or 18 Capsules) is loperamide hydrochloride.
Medicines with the same active substance, strength and form include: Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2 mg Capsules (GSL) (6 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.
This leaflet reproduces the patient information leaflet approved for Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2 mg Capsules (P) (12 or 18 Capsules), as published on the electronic medicines compendium (emc). The version printed inside your medicine’s packaging is the one that applies to you.
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.
The text above reproduces the patient information leaflet approved for this medicine, restructured for easier reading.
Ask anything about Boots Diarrhoea Relief 2 mg Capsules (P) (12 or 18 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.
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