What is the difference between Imodium A-D and Imodium Multi-Symptom?

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What is the difference between Imodium A-D and Imodium Multi-Symptom?

Imodium A-D, which contains the active drug loperamide, is available as a generic drug. Generic loperamide is available as a prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) medication. Imodium Multi-Symptom Relief, which contains the active drugs loperamide and simethicone, is also available as a generic drug.

Does Imodium Multi-Symptom help with gas?

IMODIUM Multi-Symptom Relief is the only product that relieves diarrhea along with the symptoms of gas, bloating, cramps and pressure. The combination of Loperamide plus Simethicone provide fast relief from acute diarrhea and associated gas-related abdominal discomfort.

Is Imodium Multi-Symptom safe?

Warnings: Improper use of this product (overuse or abuse) may cause serious harm, such as fast/irregular heartbeat or death. Do not increase your dose, take it more often, or take it for longer than directed.

Does Imodium calm stomach?

Relieves heartburn, upset stomach, and diarrhea. Most people who take Imodium feel there’s no hassle and it’s definitely worth it! Non-habit forming and available over-the-counter. It comes in caplets, liquid, and chewable tablets so you can use it anywhere you need it.

Can you buy liquid Imodium over-the-counter?

You can buy loperamide from pharmacies and supermarkets or you can get it on prescription. Loperamide is available to buy without a prescription for: anyone aged 12 and older with short-term diarrhoea. an adult (18 years and older) with IBS diarrhoea, but only if a doctor has diagnosed IBS.

What is the fastest working anti diarrhea medicine?

IMODIUM A-D Oral Solution (liquid) is the fastest single ingredient OTC anti-diarrheal, allowing…

Will Imodium help acid reflux?

Having Imodium (Loperamide) on hand to relieve your symptoms can be a life-saver. Relieves heartburn. Tums (Calcium carbonate) gives quick relief for heartburn, but does not last all day. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about other medicines if you need additional relief.

When should you not take Imodium?

You should not use loperamide if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

  1. stomach pain without diarrhea;
  2. diarrhea with a high fever;
  3. ulcerative colitis;
  4. diarrhea that is caused by a bacterial infection; or.
  5. stools that are bloody, black, or tarry.

Is it OK to take Imodium every day?

According to the Food and Drug Administration, Imodium slows your intestines, increasing the time between bowel movements. The maximum recommended daily dose is 16 mg (eight capsules), but studies by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) show that constipation can occur in some patients even at low doses.

Do supermarkets sell IMODIUM?

IMODIUM® is the nation’s best-selling diarrhoea relief brand*. It’s easy to find IMODIUM® in the shops and you don’t need a prescription. IMODIUM® is widely available over the count in chemists, as well as in supermarkets – whether you’re shopping online or the high street.

Is it OK to take IMODIUM every day?

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