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Brand name: Gastro-Stop TM
Active ingredients: loperamide
What it is used for
Control and symptomatic treatment of acute non-specific diarrhoea, and of chronic diarrhoea. Reduction of the volume of discharge in patients with ileostomies, colostomies and other intestinal resections.
How to take it
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
- The way to take this medicine: Oral
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Size 3 capsule with green cap and gray body
Food interactions
For the active ingredient loperamide
- Take without regard to meals. Increase liquid intake.
Do I need a prescription?
The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
- 12 pack
- 20 pack
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 60 pack
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
- 6 pack
- 8 pack
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on November 1, 2018. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient loperamide
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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