How to take Imodium Instant Melts:

• For acute diarrhoea for persons 12 years and over: initially 2 tablets allowed to disintegrate on the tongue and then swallowed followed by one tablet after each loose bowel movement. The usual dosage is 3 to 4 tablets per day. Maximum 8 tablets in 24 hours.
• Under 12 years: not to be given.
• Acute diarrhoea associated with IBS: Over 12 years: initially 2 tablets allowed to disintegrate on the tongue and then swallowed. The usual dose is 2 to 4 tablets per day in divided doses. If required this dose can be adjusted according to response up to a maximum of 8 tablets in 24 hours.
• Under 12 years: not to be given.

Caution before taking Imodium Instant Melts:

• Not recommended for under 12 years of age
• Do not exceed stated dose
• Imodium is not a substitute for re-hydration therapy
• Please read the leaflet enclosed before use
• Keep all medicines out of reach of children

Each Imodium Instant Melts contains:

2mg loperamide hydrochloride. Also contains: gelatin, mannitol, aspartame, mint flavour and sodium hydrogen carbonate

Possible side effects when taking Imodium Instant Melts:

Side effects with Imodium are rare but should you experience any side effects report to your doctor or pharmacist.