Imodium Instant Melts Tablets

Imodium Instant Melts – Fast & Effective Diarrhoea Relief

• Dissolves in the mouth for convenient use

• Treats both short-term diarrhoea & IBS-related diarrhoea

• Helps restore water & salt balance in the body

What Causes Diarrhoea?

Short-term diarrhoea can result from:

• Stomach virus or food poisoning (usually clears within a few days)

• IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)

• Food intolerances or allergies

• Coeliac disease

How Does Imodium Instant Melts Work?

• Contains 2mg loperamide hydrochloride to slow down bowel movement

• Enhances fluid absorption to restore digestive balance

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

• Do not take while breastfeeding—medicine may pass into breast milk

• Pregnant? Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use

Medication Interactions – Consult Before Use If Taking:

• Ritonavir (HIV treatment)

• Quinidine (heart rhythm/malaria treatment)

• Oral desmopressin (excessive urination control)

• Itraconazole or ketoconazole (fungal infections)

• Gemfibrozil (cholesterol management)

Can I Drive After Taking Imodium Instant Melts?

• May cause drowsiness, dizziness, or fatigue—avoid driving if affected

How to Take Imodium Instant Melts

• Start with 2 tablets, then take 1 after each loose bowel movement

• Let the tablet dissolve on your tongue before swallowing—do not chew

• Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours

Duration of Use

• Short-term diarrhoea: Maximum 48 hours—seek medical help if symptoms persist

• IBS-related diarrhoea: Up to 2 weeks for repeated episodes, but no more than 48 hours for a single attack

Why Do I Need a Medical Questionnaire?

• Required by law to ensure safe use

• Completed with a pharmacist before purchase

When NOT to Use Imodium Instant Melts

Avoid use if:

• Children under 12 & IBS patients under 18

• Allergic to loperamide or any listed ingredients

• Severe diarrhoea after antibiotic use

• Flare-up of inflammatory bowel disease (e.g., ulcerative colitis)

• Constipation or swollen abdomen

• Acute dysentery (bloody stools & fever)

Consult a doctor before use if you:

• Have AIDS & develop abdominal swelling

• Have liver disease

• Have had diarrhoea lasting more than 48 hours

• Are experiencing severe diarrhoea

Additional IBS Considerations – Speak to a Doctor Before Use If:

• Over 40 & experiencing IBS symptoms after a long break

• Over 40 & symptoms are unusual

• Recently passed blood in stools

• Experiencing severe constipation or nausea

• Lost appetite or losing weight

• Experiencing painful or difficult urination

• Have a fever or recently travelled abroad

Possible Side Effects – Stop Use & Seek Medical Help If You Experience:

• Allergic reactions – Wheezing, breathlessness, fainting, facial/throat swelling

• Severe skin reactions – Blistering or peeling rash

• Loss of consciousness or uncoordinated movements

Other possible side effects include:

• Itchiness, hives

• Abdominal pain, bloating

• Difficulty urinating

• Severe constipation

• Tingling or burning sensation on the tongue

• Narrow pupils

• Nausea, constipation, flatulence

• Headache, dizziness, drowsiness

• Vomiting, indigestion

• Dry mouth, fatigue

Report side effects via the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme

Storage Instructions

• Store in a cool, dry place in original packaging

• Do not use past expiry date

• Keep out of reach of children

Important Medical Information

• Consult a doctor/pharmacist before use if you have underlying conditions

• Seek medical advice if symptoms worsen or persist

• Visit NHS for healthcare guidance

• Always read the enclosed leaflet before use

Helpful Advice on Medication Restrictions & Addiction

If you have concerns about over-the-counter medicine dependence, seek professional advice through:

🔗 NHS Drug Addiction Support
🔗 Talk To Frank – Drug Addiction Help

Patient Information Leaflet