Is Imodium safe in early pregnancy?

Is Imodium safe in early pregnancy?

Is it safe to take IMODIUM® when you are pregnant? Most over-the-counter medicines including IMODIUM® aren’t recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you’re experiencing uncomfortable diarrhoea you should consult your doctor for advice.

Can you take anti diarrhea when pregnant?

The most recommended antidiarrheal for pregnant women is a kaolin-and-pectin-type medication (Kaopectate). Avoid antidiarrheals that contain bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol) or atropine/diphenoxylate (Lomotil). Most likely it’s just a bug, but it could be something more serious.

What age can you give Imodium?

If your child has diarrhea, take comfort knowing that IMODIUM A-D Oral Solution (liquid) for use with children is the only OTC brand anti-diarrheal that’s FDA-approved for children aged 6-11.

Which anti diarrhea is safe in pregnancy?

If you’re having bad diarrhea, I recommend taking either a kaolin-and-pectin- (Kaopectate) or loperamide- (Imodium) type medication. Otherwise you could become seriously dehydrated and put your baby at risk.

What stops diarrhea in early pregnancy?

The BRAT diet (Bananas, Rice, Applesauce, Toast) plus the nutrients in other easy-to-digest foods (potatoes, chicken and vegetable soup, lean meats) can help until diarrhea has passed. Stay away from fried, spicy, and high-fat foods.

Can Imodium cause miscarriage?

Can taking loperamide in pregnancy cause miscarriage? A very small study of 105 pregnant women taking loperamide showed no link with miscarriage.

Has anyone taken Imodium pregnant?

It may be okay to occasionally take Imodium as instructed during pregnancy, but there’s no evidence showing it’s safe. Imodium is a category C drug. The FDA categorizes prescription and over-the-counter medicines to indicate how safe or risky they’re believed to be during pregnancy.

Can diarrhea cause miscarriage?

Although it doesn’t cause miscarriage, diarrhea can affect a pregnancy. An occasional loose stool can be normal, but if you have any of the following, call your doctor: Diarrhea for more than 3 days. Fever of 100.4 F or higher.

How can I stop diarrhea during pregnancy?

Can diarrhea cause a miscarriage?

Is it safe to take Imodium during pregnancy?

Most over-the-counter medicines including IMODIUM ® aren’t recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you’re experiencing uncomfortable diarrhoea you should consult your doctor for advice.There are also other ways of relieving symptoms that maybe you haven’t thought about.

How old should a child be to take Imodium?

Children under 2 Years The use of IMODIUM in children under 2 years is not recommended. There have been rare reports of paralytic ileus associated with abdominal distention. Most of these reports occurred in the setting of acute dysentery, overdose, and with very young children less than two years of age.

Can you take Imodium if you have diarrhoea?

Diarrhoea & Pregnancy. As with many medicines, IMODIUM ® is not recommended when you’re pregnant or breastfeeding. If you’re pregnant or caring for a newborn, diarrhoea can be the last thing you need. But, while you can’t use IMODIUM ®, you can try to look after yourself by drinking plenty of fluids, eating healthily and resting.

Can a 12 year old take Imodium for IBS?

IMODIUM ® is suitable for adults, children over 12 and people with IBS. IMODIUM ® Original capsules can stop diarrhoea in one dose. IMODIUM ® IBS Relief helps take control of your medically diagnosed IBS diarrhoea. IMODIUM ® Instants dissolve instantly on your tongue, so they’re great for when you’re on the go.